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‘My Adventures With Superman’ Creators Talk Darker, Hard-Hitting Midpoint
Jake Wyatt and Brendan Clogher discuss the latest action-heavy episode of 'My Adventures with Superman' and heading into heavier territory.

Your living room doesn't need a Steam Machine when a cheap Android TV box and Moonlight can do better
The Steam Machine is more expensive than it should be, and your living room can become a gaming setup for a lot less money thanks to streaming.

Stop tipping your mechanic for routine work—here's what actually deserves a tip
When it comes to services related to your vehicle, there is no shared standard to fall back on.
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7 Underrated Speaker Brands That Can Compete With Sony & Bose
Sony and Bose are speaker giants, but there are underrated brands that compete with premium sound quality, stylish designs, and reasonable prices.

Who Can Begrudge Gen Z Nostalgia For an Era Before They Were Born?
It probably IS kinda galling to look back at a time when the world wasn't on fire.

Apple’s failed self-driving car program left a legacy of powerful AI chips
Apple's self-driving car program never really got off the ground, but it may have been what made the company's chips the powerful AI performers they are. Early in the development of the self-driving platform, Apple realized that it would ne
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5 Apps That Will Make Your Morning Commute Fly By
Do you have a long commute you regularly have to make and plenty of time to kill? If so, these five apps will help make the time go faster.

I ditched the number row on Gboard after discovering this new gesture
Gboard has a super-fast numbers shortcut nobody uses.

Google Drive's new search upgrade is useless, but this trick finds your files instantly
Tired of waiting for Gemini to find a simple PDF? Bypass Google Drive's slow new AI search and get your files instantly with these easy tricks

5 Of The Biggest Drawbacks Of Micro LED TVs
Micro LED TVs may look impressive on paper, but price, manufacturing limits, picture settings, and competing display technology complicate the buying decision.

Galaxy Z Flip 8 Sports a Super Slim Design and Lighter Body, Leak Details
The post Galaxy Z Flip 8 Sports a Super Slim Design and Lighter Body, Leak Details appeared first on Android Headlines.

Apple Stores to Expand Use of 'Tap to Pay on iPhone'
In 2022, Apple began rolling out Tap to Pay on iPhone, a system that allows small business owners and other merchants to accept contactless payments on an iPhone, with no point-of-sale hardware required. The feature allows customers to pay

Ugreen FineTrack Slim Duo is a new AirTag alternative with Apple Find My, Google Find Hub, and 7-year battery life
Ugreen has launched the FineTrack Slim Duo in the UK. The new wallet tracker is said to work with both Apple's Find My and Google's Find Hub networks, while packing a louder buzzer and longer battery life than the previous models.

Acer reveals new smartphone with rear display
Acer has introduced the Sospiro A15 with entry-level specifications. Notably, the new smartphone stands out with a secondary display on its back.

TechCrunch Mobility: A robotaxi ultimatum
Welcome back to TechCrunch Mobility, your hub for the future of transportation and now, more than ever, how AI is playing a part.

10 Fun Alexa Easter Eggs You Probably Haven't Discovered Yet
Alexa isn't just about making your life easier and saving you time – it can also deliver some fun! Here are 10 Alexa Easter eggs you may not have known about.

Stop enabling DLSS until you've checked these 7 in-game settings first
DLSS is excellent for rescuing a bad framerate, but don't forget about these other in-game settings

I ditched my router's network log for a $20 Raspberry Pi—and caught my smart TV phoning home constantly
This $20 networking tool revealed things my router wouldn't tell me

Apple's M7 Ultra Chip Designed to Match a 2019 Mac Pro Feat
Apple's M7 Ultra chip coming in 2028 is designed to support up to 1.5TB of unified memory, according to Bloomberg's Mark Gurman. However, whether such a configuration is offered may depend on the state of the ongoing memory chip shortage. I

Affordable Beelink NAS launches with compact design and 68TB storage support
The Beelink ME Pro now has a more affordable 2-bay configuration. It's powered by the Intel Pentium Silver J5005, and it has two M.2 and two SATA slots. The launch price of the barebone NAS is CNY 999, around $147.

Here's What The Steam Machine's 'Red Line Of Death' Actually Means
An early user of Valve's Steam Machine got an unpleasant surprise when the console bricked after an update and displayed an ominous red LED light.

Two New Apple Pencils Reportedly Launching Next Year
Two new Apple Pencil models are in development for release alongside next-generation iPad Pro models next year, according to Bloomberg's Mark Gurman. Specifically, he said new versions of the lower-end Apple Pencil with a USB-C port and the

GitHub is no longer the best place to host your code
Developers have more reasons than ever to move beyond GitHub, from AI concerns to easier self-hosting and stronger alternatives.

Why Is Air Conditioner Unit Capacity Measured In Tons?
Shopping for a new air conditioner and confused by the "ton" rating? It's not about weight. Discover the historic reason behind this HVAC mystery.
Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra Shrinks the Display Crease to Near Zero: Leaked Video
The post Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra Shrinks the Display Crease to Near Zero: Leaked Video appeared first on Android Headlines.

Leaked iPhone Ultra image raises a valid concern
The iPhone Ultra might lose out to the Galaxy Z Fold 8 in an important area.

Ubisoft is in crisis, and a 13-year-old pirate game is part of the escape plan
Ubisoft has remade the best-loved game in its biggest franchise. Assassin’s Creed Black Flag Resynced arrives 13 years after the original, and the BBC found it largely worth the wait. The Caribbean looks spectacular now. New underwater sect

The Moto Razr Fold is Samsung’s wakeup call
We expected the Motorola Razr Fold to be good, it still surprised us

Your next car will run more Google software than ever, and here's why that matters
.A shared platform setting the stage for market dominance

The 5 coolest open-source projects I've discovered in 2026
Big AI breakthroughs aren't the only interesting things happening.

Why Xiaomi phones aren't banned, but are rarely sold in the US
The Chinese company is allowed to sell its impressive phones in the States, but it doesn't. Here's why.

Netflix is reportedly considering always-on channels and bundles, which is to say, cable
Netflix executives have reportedly discussed adding always-on live channels to the service. The channels would run genre-based programming around the clock, all comedies or all action films, according to a Wall Street Journal report relayed

iOS 27 Public Beta Reportedly Available This Week
The first public betas of iOS 27, macOS Golden Gate, and more will be released this week, according to Bloomberg's Mark Gurman. This aligns with Apple's promised July timeframe. If you have an iPhone 15 Pro or newer, the key new feature is

AI has triggered the biggest gas-plant building boom in history, and a quiet fight to stop it
The AI build-out has done something the fossil-fuel industry could not do for itself. It has set off the largest-ever construction boom in natural gas-fired power plants, the Associated Press reports. Aging coal plants are being kept alive

This Wireless Earbud Brand Outshines AirPods In Value
Want premium sound without the premium price tag? Check out the sleek earbud brand proving you don't have to overpay for a great user experience.
A tiny London startup built a CUDA compiler that reportedly beats AMD's own tools on AMD hardware
Spectral Compute was founded in 2018 by four engineers with about 60 years of combined HPC optimization experience. The founders say the effort grew out of frustration: while working at an AI firm, they grew tired of the cost of Nvidia GPUs

I set up local voice control in Home Assistant and stopped giving Amazon a live mic in my house
Alexa, play Good Riddance.

I started using Gemini with Samsung Notes; it's been a game-changer
Samsung Notes is smarter than ever

Do Speed Limit Signs On Private Roads Have To Follow Federal Rules?
Speed limit signs are a crucial part of driving, and they can be found on just about any type of road. What about private roads? Do the rules apply there?

Zhipu’s founder says frontier AI should stay open to everyone. His own government may disagree.
The founder of China’s most prominent AI lab has made an unambiguous case for openness. Frontier AI should stay broadly accessible rather than controlled by a select few, Zhipu’s Tang Jie wrote in an internal memo reviewed by Bloomberg. His

Here's Why Apple is Reportedly Skipping M6 Pro and M6 Max Chips
According to Bloomberg's Mark Gurman, Apple will be releasing a regular M6 chip, but it has no plans to offer higher-end M6 Pro and M6 Max chips. In his Power On newsletter today, he said the reason for this break in tradition is AI. "Apple

Meta spent a year being punished for its AI spending. Then it told investors how it would get the money back.
Meta has had a miserable year on the market, flat while the Nasdaq-100 climbed 18%. That changed abruptly, with the stock posting its best week since early 2024, CNBC reports. Shares rose about 6% on Friday and roughly 15% across the week.

The AI race has quietly stopped being about who has the biggest model
For years the industry ran on one assumption, that the biggest model wins. That belief is now breaking down, CNBC reports. Companies are choosing models by task, cost, and control instead of benchmark position. The frontier still matters, b

These 7 smart home jobs don't need a Raspberry Pi — an ESP32 does them for $5
Replacing a full computer with sensors everywhere.

This tiny Sony tape was supposed to change music, but it saved 1990s IT instead
DAT was supposed to replace cassettes, but it became the backbone of 1990s server backups instead
I reviewed the Vertu Alphafold so you don't have to waste $6,880
Even if it was $2,000 it'd be a hard sell

One of SteelSeries’ best gaming headsets is over $100 off
SteelSeries has the Arctis Nova Pro Wireless gaming headset on sale for $239.99 (currently between $300 and $350 at other retailers). The Xbox version that supports a host of other platforms including PlayStation, PC, and Switch is availabl

Amazon has cut 57,000 jobs, and the people who kept theirs are not fine either
Amazon’s cuts have reached a scale that is hard to absorb. The company has laid off more than 57,000 corporate staff since 2022, around 16% of that workforce, CNBC reports. The pace has accelerated sharply. Roughly 16,000 people went in lat

5 Cheap Repairs That Turn Broken Audio Gear Into Thrift Store Gems
Old audio equipment often ends up in the trash over problems that cost less than $10 in parts and take almost no technical skill to fix at home.

Stop treating your 3D printer like a vending machine for other people's models
Designing your own models is a hidden side of 3D printing that many miss out on.

Christopher Nolan Has No Time for ‘The Odyssey’ Backlash or GenAI
All Nolan wants is for people to see 'The Odyssey' with an open mind and recognize the sincere effort on display.

Canada Taps German Defense Giant To Build Its Navy's New Submarine Fleet
Canada has chosen to enter negotiations with a German defense builder to supply its next submarine fleet. Here are the details of what they'll provide.

While Neuralink drills into skulls, China’s BrainCo is betting brain tech will be something you wear
The most visible race in brain-computer interfaces involves surgery. But one of China’s most valuable neurotech firms is deliberately not competing in it, CNBC reports. BrainCo, based in Hangzhou, builds devices that read the brain from out

How Philips Hue got the smart home right
The state of the smart home can be frustrating, because it is just so obvious how things ought to work. You should be able to control everything from everywhere. Your spaces should adapt to what you're doing and how you're feeling. Making y

Details on Galaxy Z TriFold 2 and Samsung’s sliding phone leak as release dates shuffle around
Samsung is working on two very exciting foldables, the Galaxy Z TriFold 2 and a sliding phone. Industrywide complications are making the release dates of these phones unpredictable, however.

Pokémon GO celebrates a decade of mobile success
Pokémon GO celebrates 10 years with a massive Times Square live raid and a completely free GO Fest 2026 Global tier featuring Mega Mewtwo Y and Zeraora.
Gigabyte Gaming A16 3WH - Reviews and Specs
This page provides reviews and specifications about the Gigabyte Gaming A16 3WH of the series Gaming A16.

MSI Modern 16S AI+ G3M - Reviews and Specs
This page provides reviews and specifications about the MSI Modern 16S AI+ G3M of the series Modern 16.

AirPods Pro 3 Hit Best Price Since Prime Day at $199.99
Amazon today has the AirPods Pro 3 available for $199.99, down from $249.00. This is the best price we've seen on the AirPods Pro 3 since Prime Day ended last month, coming in around $20 higher when compared to that all-time low price. Note

AI bosses say demand is ‘almost unlimited’. The market is no longer taking their word for it.
Executives building the AI boom are unwavering. Demand is effectively bottomless, they say, even as the stocks that ride on it wobble, CNBC reports. Pat Gelsinger, the former Intel chief now at Playground Global, put it plainly. He thinks o

This open-source Chrome extension finally made me read my "read later" list
Your read-it-later list is where articles go to die

I thought I knew Photoshop, but these 3 under-appreciated features proved me wrong
Photoshop can be a lot more versatile than you think.

Apple's 2026 Back to School Offer is Coming Soon
Apple's stores will be rolling out Back to School marketing materials this week, according to Bloomberg's Mark Gurman. This suggests that the offer will begin in the U.S. in the next few days. Last year, college students and educational sta

Acer Predator Helios Neo 16S AI PHN16S-I51, RTX 5070 - Reviews and Specs
This page provides reviews and specifications about the Acer Predator Helios Neo 16S AI PHN16S-I51, RTX 5070 of the series Predator Helios Neo 16S.

Huawei Nova Y74 - Reviews and Specs
This article compiles reviews and key specifications for the Huawei Nova Y74, a budget smartphone focused on battery life and everyday reliability. It examines the device’s 90 Hz display, 8 GB of memory, storage options, cameras, connectivi

Most Americans now say the public should own half of the big AI companies
An idea that sounded radical a year ago is now a majority position. Nearly seven in ten Americans support forcing AI companies to transfer half their stock to a public sovereign wealth fund, CNBC reports. The figure comes from a Verasight s

Motorola Moto G17 Power - Reviews and Specs
This page provides reviews and specifications about the Motorola Moto G17 Power of the series Moto G10.

Ronald Reagan's Landmark Cybersecurity Policies Were Influenced By A Classic '80s Techno-Thriller
A weekend movie night at Camp David sparked America's first cybersecurity laws. See how an '80s box office hit terrified a sitting president.

This sleek Galaxy S26 color enters impulse-buy territory after $130 discount
It ticks every single important box and then some.

Oukitel WP500 Ultra - Reviews and Specs
The Oukitel WP500 Ultra is a rugged 5G smartphone featuring a segment-leading thermal camera, fast Dimensity 8300 processor, and exceptional 1TB storage capacity. Reviews praise its specialized professional features but question its premium

Oukitel WP66 - Reviews and Specs
The Oukitel WP66 combines rugged construction, 5G connectivity, a 120 Hz display, and an exceptionally large battery. Reviews praise its durability and endurance but criticize slow charging, dated silicon, and inconsistent low-light photogr

10 Common Mistakes Homeowners Make With Smart Appliances
You'll want to avoid these common pitfalls if you're thinking of decking out your house with smart devices.

Google's new Home Speaker gets the hardware right, but Gemini's best features are paywalled
Locking Gemini Live behind a $10/month subscription is an unfortunate move by Google

Less is more with the Oura Ring 5
If you're reading an Oura Ring 5 review at The Verge, you likely fall into one of two camps: newcomers looking for a smartwatch alternative, or Oura users pondering an upgrade. In the case of the former, this is a great casual health tracke

5 Products Sennheiser Makes (Other Than Headphones)
Sennheiser is among the most reputable brands in headphone makers available today, but the company actually makes way more than just headphones.

5 Cheaper Alternatives To The Chevrolet Tahoe
The Chevrolet Tahoe is a great three-row SUV, but not a cheap one. There are, however, more affordable alternatives, provided you're willing to compromise.

Asus launches lightweight AMD-powered laptop with 120Hz OLED display
The Asus a14 Air 2026 is now available to purchase in China. It's a lightweight laptop that weighs 990g, and it measures 14.9mm thick. The AMD Ryzen 9 8945H powers the system, and it has a 120Hz OLED display. It starts at CNY 6,799, about $

You Know What Your Bathroom Needs? A Smart Mirror With Party Lighting
Lifx’s fancy light-up mirror is a one-of-a-kind device, for now.
5 reasons why an M.2 2230 SSD has replaced all my flash drives
Sticking it to the USB sticks
I finally fixed my Pixel's missed call problem with these simple settings tweaks
I haven't noticed an increase in spam calls

The correct way to position your router's antennas depends on your home
Know where to place your router and how to position its antennas should get you better coverage.

The Nvidia Shield TV is one of my favorite streaming gadgets ever — but the base model is no longer on sale, and may not come back
Nvidia has confirmed that the Shield TV base model is out of stock, and it doesn't seem as though it's likely to return.

Redmi 17C 5G leak confirms it’s basically a rebadged Redmi 15C 5G
A fresh Geekbench listing has given away most of what there is to know about the upcoming Redmi 17C 5G, and it turns out there isn’t much new here. The benchmark shows the phone under the codename “tornado,” which interestingly is also the

Why Do PlayStation Controllers Get Stick Drift So Easily?
PlayStation console controllers, known as the DualSense for the PS5, tend to develop an issue called "stick drift." Here's what it is and why it happens.

Here’s What’ll Be at the Oscars Museum’s Horror Movie Exhibit
Get ready to get scared and educated, because the Horror Show exhibit will have films to watch and materials to pore over.

I self-host my essential Android apps, and I couldn’t be happier
And it's easier than I thought.

Windows 11's smallest upgrade shows a big commitment from Microsoft
Microsoft is testing a slightly larger search box in Windows 11. While it sounds minor, it signals a massive commitment to fixing the OS's infamous design inconsistencies.

Heartstopper Forever release date and time on Netflix — how to stream Nick and Charlie's final farewell in the US, UK and Australia
Heartstopper Forever will be the final time we ever see Nick, Charlie, and the gang on Netflix — here's the release information you'll need to know.

Blue Prince became a bonding — and learning — experience for my family
I've always been the gamer in the family. When my son was born nearly 11 years ago, gaming was one of the things I looked forward to sharing with him. Pulling up a chair next to me, he would watch as I played Sea of Thieves with friends, of

What Does The Red Dot Mean On Your Webcam? (It's Not Always Recording)
Is your computer spying on you? Panic sets in when that red light appears, but don't cover it with tape just yet-here is what that dot actually means.

B5 Vs. B20 Biodiesel: What's The Difference Between These Fuel Types?
Biodiesel is available in several blends, with the most common ones being B5 and B20. The numbers indicate what sets these two fuel types apart.

Minisforum launches MS-03 Mini PC with Intel Core Ultra 9 386H, 128GB DDR5 RAM & discrete GPU support
Minisforum is releasing a new mini PC, the MS-03, designed specifically for enterprise IT and local AI applications. While the company typically focuses on consumer hardware, this model is built as an edge workstation for businesses that ne

Samsung Galaxy A57 5G Review: The new mid-range favorite?
A for All daily affairs. | The Samsung Galaxy A57 5G builds on its proven strengths: a brilliant display, long battery life, and solid performance. This review shows why this mid-range phone is impressive—and where a lack of innovation and

I replaced Uptime Kuma with this powerful tool, and it monitors my Proxmox, Docker, and TrueNAS systems like a pro
Pulse monitors my entire home lab from one dashboard, and it does things Uptime Kuma can't
Google Store discounts base Pixel 10 Pro by $300
The US Google Store has curiously discounted a specific Pixel 10 Pro model by $300 in the deepest official sale to date.
5 Downsides To Buying A Google Pixel Phone
Thinking about switching to a Google Pixel? These five drawbacks could change your mind before you spend flagship money on Google's latest smartphone.

10 Essential Apple Watch Features You Have To Enable Yourself
The most basic features of the Apple Watch are enough for daily use, but some useful options are hidden in the settings waiting for you to activate them.

This Indian smartphone brand is entering Europe by taking digs at Samsung
Indian smartphone maker Lava has started its marketing push before its planned entry in the United Kingdom. The company has set up a social account for UK users, and interestingly, the marketing team is taking a dig at Samsung to hype its a

I'm waiting for this killer Android 17 feature, but my phone might never get it
It's a rambler's companion

Why Did Ford Stop Using The Shelby Name?
The Shelby name is one that has been closely associated with Ford cars for decades. So why doesn't the company use it for any of its new models anymore?
Microsoft's patch for a Windows Defender 0-day may have created a new attack path
The feud between "NightmareEclipse" and Microsoft continues to hold unpleasant surprises for the Windows ecosystem. The disgruntled security researcher, who accused Redmond of hiding a pernicious backdoor in BitLocker's volume encryption, r

I reach every service on my home server from anywhere without opening a single port
Accessing your self-hosted services from outside your network doesn't mean you have to expose a single port
After taking 1,000 photos, I uncovered the Pixel camera settings for flawless image quality
Some hidden tweaks gave my Pixel camera a serious boost

The fight against AI data centers is just beginning
This is The Stepback, a weekly newsletter breaking down one essential story from the tech world. For more on the data center buildout, follow Emma Roth. The Stepback arrives in our subscribers' inboxes on Sunday at 8AM ET. Opt in for The St

If Android Auto keeps crashing, this update may finally save your commute
Android Auto 17.3 has arrived, and you can download it early

Leaked Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra footage shows off a crease you can barely see
With the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra, it feels like foldable flagships have peaked.

5 Things To Know Before Ditching Your Smartphone For A Flip Phone
While ditching your smartphone for a flip phone may seem like a great idea, there are some important things to keep in mind before taking the leap.

What Is A 'Jellyfish' Drone Swarm, And Why Are They Considered So Dangerous?
Military drones continue to get more complex, and things can get very interesting when many of them work together in tandem, like an alleged Iranian swarm.

Nothing Phone (4b) - Reviews and Specs
This page provides reviews and specifications about the Nothing Phone (4b) of the series Phone (4).

5 Star Trek Gadgets That Have (Or Will Soon) Become Real World Tech
"Star Trek" may be science fiction, but the technology depicted in its shows has often led to real-world equivalents being developed that we can use today.

I stopped wasting hours in Chrome by optimizing my workflow with these shortcuts
The easiest ways to upgrade your Chrome workflow

Microsoft wants to integrate your smartphone more deeply with Windows 11: Plans major UX enhancements that will make your PC and phone more seamlessly connected
Sources say that Microsoft is exploring several ways it can introduce new smartphone integration features across the Windows 11 interface in the coming months.

I helped drive this record-setting EV across Britain on sunshine alone — and the 870-mile trip cost absolutely nothing
For the first time, a production EV has driven the 870 miles from Land's End to John o'Groats on solar energy alone, without taking a single unit from the grid. I went along for a wild ride that was absolutely free.

Why Does Sennheiser Use Such A Weird Audio Jack Size?
Sennheiser uses a unique 2.5mm audio jack with a unique twist-locking mechanism on some of its headphones products that can sometimes frustrate consumers.

What Does It Mean When A Ship Is 'Commissioned' By The US Navy?
Everyone knows what it means when a ship is built or is in-service, but what exactly is "commissioning" a ship, and what does the process entail?

The Holy Grail of LED cinema: World's largest screen is the size of 700 TVs and packs 44 million pixels
A 30-meter, 44-million-pixel LED wall fires sound through the pixels, solving one of the biggest audio-centric challenges which plagued previous designs.
Nothing Phone (4b) official, Pixel 11 series prices leak, Week 28 in review
Welcome to your week's recap. Nothing dropped the Phone (4b) - cheaper, yet retaining Nothing's core specs - a Glyph Bar (but simplified), a big 6.77-inch 120Hz AMOLED display, a 5,200mAh battery, and a 50MP stabilized main camera. The phon

11 Of The Top Home Depot Summer Items You Can Buy
Summer savings at Home Depot go beyond patio furniture. These discounted appliances and outdoor essentials are worth a closer look before prices change.

Acer launches new affordable 16-inch gaming laptop with Nvidia GeForce RTX 5050 and 165Hz display
Acer's 16-inch Nitro V gaming laptop is getting an affordable variant in the US. Listed on Amazon for $1,199.99, the new configuration pairs Intel's Core 5 210H CPU with a 95W RTX 5050 and comes with a 165Hz display.

What To Do When Alexa Starts Flashing Yellow
If you have an Amazon Echo speaker or an Alexa smart display and it's flashing a yellow light, here's what it means and what you can do to get rid of it.

I found a hidden Chrome feature that made my browser the ultimate productivity tool
This is the Chrome upgrade I didn't know I needed

Xbox just released a PlayStation console "exclusive" and it's beating GTA 6 on the charts — here's why fans aren't happy
Call of Duty: Black Ops 1 and 2 are already available on Xbox via Xbox 360 back compat ... but there's a problem. Well, several problems.

Is It Cheaper To Repair Or Replace Your Refrigerator?
When your refrigerator stops working, repair costs, warranty coverage, recalls, appliance age, and fridge type can all affect whether fixing it makes sense.

Best Budget Gaming Monitors Under $200 (2026)
A good monitor matters more than most people think when building a gaming setup. A fast GPU cannot show its full potential on a slow, low-refresh screen. The good news is that 2026 has been a strong year for budget displays. Panel costs hav

This Viking strategy game, loved by 67% of players, is now 75% off on Steam
Deal | Sons of Valhalla is a strategy game with roguelike mechanics in which you must explore England during the Viking Age to seek revenge. But to achieve this, you'll have to face numerous enemies and manage your army.

Here's How To Easily Record Your Samsung Phone Screen
If you're looking for a simple method to record something from your Samsung phone screen, here's what you should know.

A Study Tried to Quantify How Many LinkedIn Posts Are 100% AI. It’s a Lot
It's not shocking that people on LinkedIn use AI, but they use it *so much.*

Your free VPN on Android often offers less protection than you might think
A study examined 281 free VPN apps from the Google Play Store, which collectively have over 2.4 billion installations. Many of them leak data, track their users, or use outdated encryption. Five of them can even be hijacked over Wi-Fi. Here

Ultra flagships in jeopardy despite innovative ideas: The future of Xiaomi 18 Ultra, Vivo X500 Ultra and Oppo Find X10 Ultra
The first ultra level camera flagship for 2027 is already dead in the water, if recent leaks are to be believed. While the Vivo X500 Ultra is potentially expected to feature a camera nearly three times as stable as that of the Vivo X300 Ult

Ryobi Vs Milwaukee Headlamps: How Do The Prices & Warranties Compare?
Comparing Ryobi and Milwaukee headlamps takes more than checking lumens, with price, warranty coverage, batteries, and accessories also worth a closer look.

"Free" isn't a word you normally associate with Disney, but it soon might be used with Disney+
The Disney big wigs are considering offering a free ad-supported tier of Disney+.

ChatGPT is $20/month, but this app gives you ChatGPT, Claude, and Gemini for life for $60
Macworld TL;DR: Replace your monthly fees for ChatGPT, Gemini, and Claude with a lifetime subscription to ChatPlayground, on sale now for $59.97 — Offer ends 7/19. Subscribing to ChatGPT, Claude, and Gemini all at once means three separate

Make PDF editing on your Mac faster, easier, and subscription-free for a one-time $79.99
Macworld TL;DR: Edit, convert, sign, annotate, and organize PDFs on your Mac with a PDF Expert Premium lifetime license, now $79.99 (MSRP $139.99). Anyone who deals with PDFs knows the frustration of slow, feature-limited editors. PDF Exper

Maono P1 hands-on: A compact mobile audio interface for gamers, podcasters, and musicians
Mobile mixing. | The Maono P1 audio interface offers creators and gamers a capable audio interface that can be used to make broadcasts from laptops and phones. The mixer provides high mic gain, a low noise floor, and high-resolution music o

Pixorien Z01: Portable 2K projector with built-in battery and extendable mount
The Pixorien Z01 is a newly launched projector designed for flexible use across a wide range of settings. It features an extendable design and supports battery-powered operation for enhanced portability. The device is also marketed as deliv
Weekly poll: will you buy the Nothing Phone (4b)?
Nothing is narrowing its scope – in January, it announced that it won’t release a flagship in 2026 and last month it canceled the CMF Phone 3 Pro. This only leaves the (4a) phones and now a (4b) model too, a new mid-ranger that was announce

How to watch I, Jack Wright from anywhere – it's *FREE*
Here's how to watch the British suspense drama series I, Jack Wright online from anywhere in the world, completely FREE.

Top 5 Alternatives to the Xiaomi 17T in 2026
This year, the smartphone market is filled with several competitive premium devices, and the Xiaomi 17T stands out as a strong photography-focused flagship. Available in two main options, buyers can acquire the 12GB+256GB variant for Rs 54,

Samsung Galaxy M47 price shot up by Rs 8,000 in India just a week after launch
A week is all it took. Samsung Galaxy M47 5G, which went on sale in India on July 4, is already selling at a higher price than what buyers paid at launch. The base 6GB/128GB variant launched at Rs 25,999, while the launch offer further disc

Top 5 Alternatives to the Nothing Phone (4b) in 2026
The mid-range smartphone market is highly competitive, and the Nothing Phone (4b) is a key player. Available in two configurations, this Snapdragon 6 Gen 4-powered phone’s base model pairs 8GB of RAM with 128GB of storage for Rs 34,999, whi

Upcoming Motorola Edge 70 Max has the largest battery ever on a Motorola phone
The Motorola Edge 70 Fusion and Moto G06 Power currently hold the title of Motorola phones with the largest batteries, thanks to their 7,000mAh cells. That is about to change with the upcoming Motorola Edge 70 Max. Ahead of its July 15 laun

'Quality decays exponentially following AI arrival': Research shows experts and contributors leaving online communities amidst silent 'knowledge reset'
AI may have killed Stack Overflow while training on the same platform, as it pushed expert contributors away from the platform

5 Phone Screen Settings You Should Change To Keep Your Eyes Healthy
While most might want their smartphone screens to be as bright as they can go at all times, that's not always the greatest if you care about your eyes.

Why Did Samsung Stop Using Titanium On Its Flagship Phones?
While the previous version of its flagship phone used titanium, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra has since ditched it for what the company calls "Armor Aluminum".
Weekly poll results: the Honor Magic V6 has many fans, but its price keeps others away
The Honor Magic V6 is available in Europe at a discounted price of €1,700/£1,500 until the end of the month. The EU price is set to go up to €2,300 in August and the UK price relies on a £500 voucher, which probably won’t last long. In eith

How Do NASA Astronauts Drink Liquids In Space?
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Phoebe Gates' AI shopping app Phia reportedly claimed unearned affiliate sales through fake clicks
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Meta’s AI Detector Can’t Detect Images It Generated Itself, Report Finds
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New Acer smartphone launches with dual displays, 64MP main camera
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Oregon’s Attorney General withdraws effort to delay Paramount and Warner Bros. merger
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Samsung Health users asked to allow use of their health data for AI training or it will be deleted
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Philips offers free replacements after update bricked smart lighting hubs
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Smart glasses without a camera? Even Realities bets productivity beats recording everyone
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Blacklisted Chinese firms Still Buy OpenAI and Google Tech: The Singapore Loophole
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Google Will Now Tell You Exactly When an Ad is AI-Generated—with a Catch
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OpenAI Responds After Being Sued by Apple
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A judge still needs to sign off on a $184.1 million settlement on a class-action suit between AT&T and some current and former employees.

A new Huawei Nova smartphone could debut by late July
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Apple is suing OpenAI, alleging former employees stole trade secrets to build AI hardware
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Lenovo shows the Legion Y700 Ultimate gaming tablet in a video
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Meta deactivates feature that let you generate AI images of any public Instagram account
Meta has deactivated the Muse Image capability to create AI deepfakes of any public Instagram account you @-mention.
Tecno Camon 50 Ultra's India launch date announced
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Phia, the shopping startup founded by Bill Gates’ daughter, Phoebe, and her friend Sophia Kianni is under fire for a practice known as “cookie stuffing,” which helped the product receive commissions and credit for sales it did not actually
Google is changing a key Tensor G6 component that could make your Pixel 11 noticeably better
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Motorola's premium phones beat Pixel, iPhone for long-term battery health
Motorola's use of silicon-carbon batteries for its premium phones helps keep its handset cells healthy.

Meta removes controversial AI feature on Instagram after backlash
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European Commission says Instagram and Facebook's addictive design breaches the Digital Services Act
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Galaxy Z Fold 8 and Z Fold 8 Ultra US prices leak, and it’s not all bad news
Samsung may handle the price hikes for its foldables much better than feared.
Pixel 11 Pro Fold FCC Filing Hints at Google Finally Dropping Samsung Exynos Modem
The post Pixel 11 Pro Fold FCC Filing Hints at Google Finally Dropping Samsung Exynos Modem appeared first on Android Headlines.

Apple just sued OpenAI over an alleged trade secrets scheme
A familiar former Apple exec is accused of running it from the inside.

iOS 27: What's New With the Mail App
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Back to Cable? Netflix Considers Always-On Channels to Keep You Watching
The post Back to Cable? Netflix Considers Always-On Channels to Keep You Watching appeared first on Android Headlines.

Bluesky’s interim CEO, Toni Schneider, drops the ‘interim’
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It’s becoming harder to recommend the iPhone 18 or Galaxy S27 for precisely one reason
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Apple calls OpenAI's hardware business 'rotten to its core' in trade secret theft lawsuit
The lawsuit also names io Products, the hardware company led by Jony Ive.

T-Mobile just revealed its next T-Life move, and I don't love what it means for your data
T-Mobile calls it personalization. Its own track record says otherwise.
Verizon will provide 5G connectivity services for new BMW vehicles in the US
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Apple Accuses OpenAI of Stealing Confidential iPhone Blueprints for its Own AI Hardware
The post Apple Accuses OpenAI of Stealing Confidential iPhone Blueprints for its Own AI Hardware appeared first on Android Headlines.

Razer Found a New Way to Print Money: Cinnamoroll Gaming Headphones
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Mamdani announces new Click-to-Cancel rule for New York City
The rule revives a proposed FTC protection that was abandoned last year.

Apple sues OpenAI over alleged trade secret theft
Apple alleges the misconduct was directed by OpenAI's senior leadership, including a longtime former employee.

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Samsung's Voice Recorder Tackles Bad Text Transcripts with a Cloud AI Upgrade
The post Samsung's Voice Recorder Tackles Bad Text Transcripts with a Cloud AI Upgrade appeared first on Android Headlines.

Lilbits: Punkt MC03 Google-free Android phone now shipping, AYANEO Pocket Micro 2 goes up for pre-order (again)
Earlier this year, Punkt introduced a new smartphone with a privacy-focused, Google-free, Android-based operating system called AphyOS. Now it’s shipping. And last month, AYANEO launched a pocket-sized handheld game console… which sold out

Apple Sues OpenAI for Stealing Trade Secrets to Build AI Hardware
Apple today accused OpenAI of stealing Apple trade secrets and intellectual property in its effort to develop an AI hardware device. In a lawsuit filed with the Northern District of California, Apple said it uncovered evidence of a months-l

OpenAI's browser isn't dead, it just moved to the ChatGPT app
Let's be real, OpenAI isn't giving up on the browser market, it is just changing its strategy.
iPhone Ultra battery capacity leaks
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Google Photos to Help You Get High-Quality Screenshots from Videos
The post Google Photos to Help You Get High-Quality Screenshots from Videos appeared first on Android Headlines.

"We still have the crew we need": Xbox's DOOM dev id Software responds to layoffs, assures fans "we're going to keep building the great games and tech"
Xbox's DOOM studio id Software has officially responded to cuts at the developer, promising players that it will go on and continue working on new games.

The Meta Glasses backlash is changing how (or if) people use them
Backlash online is changing how (or if) people wear Meta's smart glasses.

iPhone Ultra Dual Battery Setup Reportedly Totals Less Than the iPhone 18 Pro Max
The post iPhone Ultra Dual Battery Setup Reportedly Totals Less Than the iPhone 18 Pro Max appeared first on Android Headlines.

StubHub CEO is helping fund mass scalpers on his own platform
Stubhub CEO Eric Baker is pouring millions of dollars into the ticket-scalping market, CBC reports.

Top Stories: 'iPhone Ultra' and Apple TV Rumors, iOS 27 Beta 3, and More
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Your afternoon lineup of the best Android game and app deals is now here, including titles like ScourgeBringer, Greak: Memories of Azur, Tower Defense Legend 5 Pro, Escape Alive, Egg Journey, FrogBoy, and more. Just be sure to check out Sam
Instagram is using your iPhone images to make AI slop. Here’s how to stop it
Macworld Editor’s note: On Friday afternoon, Meta announced that the feature to generate images in Meta AI by @mentioning public Instagram accounts is no longer available. Meta released the following statement: Earlier this week, we announc
Steam now has 50% more users than PlayStation, and Sony's own decisions might be pushing more players there
Shawn Layden recently said that bringing PlayStation games to PC was never about money. However, newer estimates of Steam's user base could put the former Sony executive's comments in a different perspective. Companies that do business with
Netflix is once again offering free trials
Netflix is once again offering free trials. These vary in length from 7 to 30 days, depending on user and not necessarily location. Even so, if you try visiting in an incognito browser window or clearing cookies beforehand, you may get offe

"Our next steps are to mobilize": Bethesda union members are protesting Xbox's layoffs with a 'Save Our Devs' march next week after 440 ZeniMax cuts
Union workers at Bethesda are marching against Xbox layoffs at ZeniMax studios next week during a protest that will be held across four cities.

Flaunt Just Recalled Its MagSafe Battery Charger Over Fire and Burn Hazards
The post Flaunt Just Recalled Its MagSafe Battery Charger Over Fire and Burn Hazards appeared first on Android Headlines.
Federal Reserve taps Xbox CEO Asha Sharma to lead jobs task force days after Microsoft laid off 3,200 people
The Productivity and Jobs panel is one of five new task forces created by Federal Reserve Chairman Kevin Warsh to examine areas central to monetary policy. The others will focus on communications, balance sheet policy, economic data, and in

EU Regulators Claim Instagram and Facebook Are Legally 'Addictive' and Demand a Redesign
The post EU Regulators Claim Instagram and Facebook Are Legally 'Addictive' and Demand a Redesign appeared first on Android Headlines.

Filing: College app Fizz accuses VC of sharing confidential startup information with rival Sidechat
Fizz has expanded its lawsuit against rival Sidechat, alleging that a Maveron VC shared its confidential information obtained during a fundraising meeting with the competing startup.

Apple TV this week: ‘Silo’ season 3 and ‘Trying’ season 5 are now streaming
Macworld What’s new on Apple TV? What are the best shows and movies? How do you sign up and what does it cost? This article will answer all of that, and you’ll also get a list of all the currently-available Apple TV content. There’s also a

Bigme HiBreak Dual 2 smartphone with E Ink and LCD screens hits Kickstarter for $599 and up
The Bigme HiBreak Dual 2 is a smartphone with a 6.13 inch E Ink display. It’s also a phone with a 5 inch LCD display on the other side. In other words, you get all the benefits of E Ink (high contrast, low power consumption, sunlight visibl

Huawei’s Next-Gen Foldable Laptop Already in the Works Despite RAMmageddon
The post Huawei’s Next-Gen Foldable Laptop Already in the Works Despite RAMmageddon appeared first on Android Headlines.

SK Hynix raises $26.5B in the biggest foreign IPO in US history, is urged to build new US fabs
The AI chip boom just produced its biggest Wall Street moment yet. Now SK Hynix and Samsung are being asked to build U.S. factories.

A new app, HyperTexting, turns the open web into a scrollable social media-like feed
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‘Magic Pointer’ app for Googlebooks released to Play Store
As we wait for more Googlebook details this fall, Google has released a “Magic Pointer” app to the Play Store.
Samsung’s Galaxy Z Fold8, Fold8 Ultra and Flip8 emerge ahead of launch
Samsung’s highly anticipated trio of foldables has emerged ahead of launch in their home market of South Korea. A Reddit user posted an image which showcases the Fold8 front and center, surrounded by the Z Flip8 on the left and Z Fold8 Ultr
Nvidia's rumored GeForce RTX 5090 SE promises flagship power for $500 less, if you can find one
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China is catching up to Elon Musk’s reusable rockets
China's state-owned space company recovered its first orbital rocket booster after launch.

Best time to buy an iPhone in 2026: When prices drop & which model to buy
Macworld If you’re planning to buy a new iPhone, timing your purchase can save you hundreds of pounds or dollars. There are certain times of the year when buying a new iPhone is a bad idea, and others when you can pick up a bargain. While A

Apple Watch Accounts for 90% of AI Smartwatch Shipments
Apple accounted for roughly 90% of all Edge AI-capable smartwatch shipments in the first quarter of 2026, according to new data from Counterpoint Research. That dominance came as Edge AI penetration across the broader smartwatch market grew

Apple Arcade in July: Four new games added to the service this month
Macworld Gaming subscription services are all the rage now, but Apple Arcade isn’t a little different from the likes of PlayStation Plus, EA Play, or Xbox Game Pass. If you’ve got questions about it, we’ve got plenty of answers. Updated Jul

Disney+ is considering a free streaming tier, report says
The launch of free content would allow Disney+ to better compete with free services like YouTube and Tubi, which are capturing a growing share of consumers’ viewing time.

Google Might Let You Turn Off Android Halo to Keep Clean Your Status Bar
The post Google Might Let You Turn Off Android Halo to Keep Clean Your Status Bar appeared first on Android Headlines.

Dell gives PC gamers and workers a break with these discounted laptops, desktops, and monitors — starting below $1,000
Dell is offering a selection of highly advanced PC devices, from gaming laptops to workhorse desktop towers, with a wide variety of discount deals for a limited time.
The MacRumors Show: Goodbye MacBook Pro? MacBook Ultra Is Coming
On this week's episode of The MacRumors Show, we discuss the future of Apple's increasingly tangled high-end MacBook lineup, including the entry-level MacBook Pro and the rumored "MacBook Ultra." Subscribe to The MacRumors Show YouTube chan

Samsung Wants to Convince You to Buy a Foldable, and Unpacked Is Two Weeks Away
The post Samsung Wants to Convince You to Buy a Foldable, and Unpacked Is Two Weeks Away appeared first on Android Headlines.
SK Hynix raises $26.5 billion in massive US share offering
According to the BBC, it's the largest ever listing by a foreign company in the US.Read Entire Article

Dumb Co dared me to trade my iPhone for a hacked flip phone
Dumb Co sells flip phones that sync to your smartphone, bridging the infinite connectivity of the iPhone and the unrealistic limitations of an early 2000s relic.

What went wrong with OnePlus? [Video]
From a darling of the early Android era to a husk on the brink of becoming completely irrelevant, just what went wrong for OnePlus?

Google Photos Really Wants You to Use CapCut for Video Editing
The post Google Photos Really Wants You to Use CapCut for Video Editing appeared first on Android Headlines.

Deals: Galaxy Buds 4 Pro, rare Logitech MX Master 4 deal, Bose speaker $150 off, Anker chargers, more
Alongside the Amazon Anker summer sale loaded with chargers and accessories from $8, today’s 9to5Toys Lunch Break is headlined by a chance to land a pair of SoundLink Max Bluetooth Speaker and the QuietComfort Ultra Headphones at $80 off. H
Tiny11 trims Windows 11 down to 8GB, no bloat included
Tiny11 is built from Windows 11 25H2, but strips out Copilot, Teams, OneDrive, and Edge, cutting the install down to about 8GB, while still activating with a normal Windows 10 or 11 key. It's ideal for reviving an older laptop, running in a

Apple Reportedly Still Torn Between Liquid Metal and 3D Printing for the iPhone Ultra's Hinge
The post Apple Reportedly Still Torn Between Liquid Metal and 3D Printing for the iPhone Ultra's Hinge appeared first on Android Headlines.

Microsoft’s emissions just jumped 25% because AI datacenters are exploding in size, and dropping renewable credits finally exposed how much power the company is burning to fuel its AI ambitions
While some claimed Microsoft emissions hit 34 million metric tons, the raw data shows actual emissions were much less. It was still a 25% increase, but there's important context missing.
Nvidia launches GeForce Trading Cards to get gamers to love it again
If you're a gamer, Nvidia would like you to know that it still cares about you despite the fact that it's been a bit busy with AI stuff these past few years. To that effect, the company has now announced the GeForce Trading Cards Series 1,

Oratomic raises $300M to build a viable quantum computer that needs only 20K qubits
The massive round was co-led by ARCH Venture Partners, Spark Capital, and Khosla Ventures.

Netflix could be planning ‘always-on’ live TV channels
Amid signs of slowing engagement, Netflix is reportedly considering launching "always-on" live channels, giving subscribers something to tune into 24/7.

Samsung Voice Recorder app to get cloud transcription, UI tweaks in future update
With One UI 9 set to make its official debut later this month alongside Samsung's new foldables, many of the company's first-party apps are nearing their final form. Samsung has already updated several apps for One UI 9, with some changes a
Ubisoft defends $85 day-one DLC after AC Black Flag Resynced gets review-bombed
Black Flag Resynced currently has a Mostly Positive rating on Steam, but the huge amount of launch-day DLC resulted in the game being review-bombed into a Mostly Negative rating, with many noting that buying all the day-one extra content co

iPhone 18 Pro Max Component Costs Could Rise Nearly $300
The bill of materials for the iPhone 18 Pro Max is expected to rise by nearly $300 compared to the iPhone 17 Pro Max, according to a new Counterpoint Research analysis. The estimate covers the 1TB storage model. NAND flash costs for the dev
What was the first consumer device powered by a Li-ion battery?
Lithium-ion batteries changed tech forever, but the first consumer device to use one may surprise you.Read Entire Article

EU threatens Meta with fines over addictive features on Facebook and Instagram
The tech giant is in breach of the Digital Services Act by focusing on features like infinite scroll, autoplay, push notifications, and the highly personalized recommendation algorithms, the European Commission said.
Phone Comparisons: Google Pixel 10 Pro XL vs Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max
The post Phone Comparisons: Google Pixel 10 Pro XL vs Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max appeared first on Android Headlines.

Florida ransomware negotiator convicted for helping ransomware gang extort US companies
A third ransomware negotiator has been jailed for helping a notorious ransomware group extort American victim companies into paying the hackers.

This tiny 45W Anker plug is made for your iPhone for just $26 (35% off)
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iPhone 18 Pro Max Could Get $200 Pricier as Manufacturing Costs Reportedly Jump Nearly $300
The post iPhone 18 Pro Max Could Get $200 Pricier as Manufacturing Costs Reportedly Jump Nearly $300 appeared first on Android Headlines.
Data shows physical PlayStation games can be up to 90% cheaper than their digital versions
Dutch price tracker Tweakers recently compared the price histories of physical and digital versions of several PlayStation games. Unsurprisingly, retail copies are often dozens of euros cheaper, even without counting the used market.Read En

Foldable iPhone’s battery could be bigger than the Galaxy Z Fold 8
2026 will be an interesting year for foldable smartphones. Apple is reportedly set to launch its first foldable smartphone, tentatively called the iPhone Ultra, in September. Samsung, meanwhile, is expected to unveil two new book-style fold

Is the Galaxy Z Flip 8 really going to be the last of its kind from Samsung?
Samsung reincarnated the flip phones of old with the Galaxy Z Flip series. It played on the nostalgia really well, but it seems that in recent years that excitement has faded. This has naturally led to rumors that Samsung is moving away fro
This new, ridiculously thin magnetic power bank fits the Pixel 10 perfectly [Gallery]
Baseus has officially launched its new PicoGo Air magnetic power bank. It’s ridiculously thin and just so happens to fit Pixel 10 like a glove. Here’s how to save over 30% on one.
FCC approves giant mirror satellite designed to beam sunlight to Earth after dark
Back in July 2025, Reflect Orbital submitted an application to launch Eärendil-1, a demonstration satellite designed to test whether sunlight can be redirected from orbit onto specific locations on Earth. The FCC has now granted the satelli

US government wants Samsung to make more memory chips in the country
Memory chip supply has become a significant bottleneck in the AI infrastructure build-out. They're in extremely short supply and there are really only three companies in the world that can do something about this. Samsung is one of those co

EU: Facebook and Instagram's Infinite Scroll May Break Digital Rules
Meta has been warned by the European Commission that its endlessly scrolling Facebook and Instagram feeds may violate the EU's new Digital Services Act rules. In preliminary findings published on Friday, the Commission said that its investi

Should you buy the MacBook Air now or wait?
Macworld As of July 2026, it’s an excellent time to buy a MacBook Air, although not as good as if you were buying before June 25 when Apple increased prices by $200/£200 for each model. Apple refreshed the lineup in March 2026 with the new
The EU just revived a law that lets Meta and Google scan your messages – critics call it mass surveillance
Europe's Parliament voted on Thursday to reinstate legislation that allows companies such as Google, Meta, and other digital communication providers to voluntarily scan messages, emails, photos, and other files for illegal content. Supporte

Best USB-C and Thunderbolt cables for iPhone, iPad and Mac for 2026
Macworld USB-C is the modern connection standard shared by most new devices today. It comes in several different formats—USB-C, USB4 and Thunderbolt—but they all have the same reversible connector at the end and are interchangeable and back

OpenAI's ChatGPT Atlas Browser Is Shutting Down
OpenAI says it is shuttering its ChatGPT Atlas browser. When it was released last October, the company said the agentic browser was designed around the question "What if you could chat with your web browser?" The query was at least novel, b

Samsung brings Eclipsa Audio to its video streaming service
Google and Samsung launched Eclipsa Audio last year to rival Dolby Atmos. However, until now, YouTube was the only video streaming service to support the new spatial audio format. Samsung is now bringing Eclipsa Audio to its own ad-supporte

Level up your Mac with these 6 Apple accessory alternatives
Macworld For many users, Apple’s own accessories are the first and last peripherals they get for their desktop computer. That’s understandable: you can buy a Magic Keyboard and/or Magic Mouse at the same time as your new Mac, and if you’re
Redditor finds "16TB SSD" for $30 that was actually a microSD card with weights glued on
User u/Hartkralle wrote in the r/pcmasterrace subreddit that when he comes across these scam listings and buys the items on offer, he gets his money back from eBay after reporting them and the platform closes the account.Read Entire Article

Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra will be Samsung’s best foldable yet, so why am I not buying it?
I’ve always been a fan of Samsung’s Galaxy S Ultra lineup. Like many Samsung fans, I see it as the company’s ultimate smartphone. It has everything I want from a flagship: a large display, a big battery, Samsung’s fastest charging speeds, e

As physical media fades, Windows 11’s Cloud rebuild shows how tech giants should handle user choice
Windows 11 is testing a new Cloud rebuild feature to reset your PC without a USB drive. Microsoft added the feature to Windows 11 rather than forcing a cloud-first future on us. I wish Sony would get the memo.

Ubisoft rewards its Barcelona branch for Assassin's Creed Black Flag: Resynced's strong launch with 51 employee layoffs
According to an exclusive report from Insider Gaming, Ubisoft Barcelona has laid off 51 of its staff in the wake of Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced's launch.
Apple Reportedly Slashes iPhone 17 Demand Forecast Amid Rising Costs
Apple has significantly lowered its demand expectations for the standard iPhone 17 because of rising hardware costs, a Chinese leaker claimed today. According to the account "Fixed Focus Digital" on Weibo, some production lines for the stan

The Windows Central Podcast breaks down the Copilot OS leaks, the latest Microsoft layoffs, and what all of this means for the future of Windows and the company’s AI strategy
On this week's episode: Daniel, Zac and Jez discuss the Microsoft's big wave of layoffs and how it impacts Xbox, the recent Copilot OS leaked, and a recap on where things stand with Surface.
Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced: 50 GPU Benchmark
How demanding is Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced? We benchmarked 50 graphics cards across multiple settings, resolutions, ray tracing modes, and upscaling presets.Read Entire Article

Best MacBook Neo deals: Where to buy Apple’s cheapest MacBook
Macworld Best MacBook Neo deals July 2026 These are the MacBook Neo recommendations we would confidently give to our own friends and family. They are based on the best prices right now at hundreds of resellers of Apple products. U.S deal: $

A mad gaming genius managed to recreate Minecraft on the Game Boy Color and even the original Game Boy — because why not?
Game of Tobi, a YouTuber who has specialized in getting modern games to work on old gaming handhelds like the Game Boy Advance, has released a video detailing his latest project: a playable version of Minecraft on the original Game Boy

Best iPad Deals right now: iPad, iPad Air, iPad Pro & iPad mini discounts
Macworld The best iPad deals of July 2026 Best U.S. deals: $150 off iPad Pro, 13-inch, M5, 2TB at Amazon $118 off iPad Pro, 11-inch, M5, 2TB at Amazon Best U.K. deals: £100 off iPad mini., 256GB at Amazon Whether you’re buying your first iP

What's going on with Xbox's id Software? Here's why rumors of the DOOM studio's impending demise are completely premature.
While brutal, the cuts to id Software have been aggressively exaggerated in the wider discourse. From what I've learned, I'm confident the legendary DOOM studio will endure — id Tech as well.

Samsung could use third-party display components in some Galaxy S27 phones
Samsung usually uses in-house display driver ICs (DDIs) in its high-end Galaxy S and Galaxy Z series phones. However, due to rising component costs, especially memory chips, Samsung MX (Mobile eXperience) is reportedly considering using thi

iPhone 18 and iPhone 18e: What to expect from the spring 2027 launch
Macworld For years, Apple has followed a predictable iPhone launch schedule, introducing new iPhones in September – the standard model and the Pro model. In the spring, Apple often releases a less expensive phone – previously the “SE” iPhon

Samsung could soon display desktop OLED panel with 1,400 nits brightness
The Video Electronics Standards Association (VESA) has announced a new display brightness certification tier called DisplayHDR True Black 1400. Samsung Display could soon unveil a desktop-grade OLED panel that meets this new certification.

Are these the first Galaxy Z Flip 8, Fold 8, and Fold 8 Ultra live images?
Just a couple of weeks before Samsung’s next Galaxy Unpacked event, where the company is expected to announce its new foldable phones and smartwatches, an image has surfaced online that allegedly offers the first live look at the Galaxy Z F

More info about Galaxy Watch Ultra 2’s Snapdragon chip appears
Qualcomm announced its first Snapdragon Wear Elite chip for smartwatches a few months ago and revealed that Motorola and Samsung would be among its launch partners. That strongly hinted at Samsung using the chip in the Galaxy Watch Ultra 2.
Space Marine 2 sold million of copies, and now Saber Interactive has to turn down projects
Since Warhammer 40,000: Space Marine 2 sold millions of copies, Saber Interactive has become one of the most in-demand studios for building new games around established IPs – so in demand, according to Willits, that the company has had to t
Google starts rolling out local Documents backup on Android, lets you turn off SMS & RCS
Following Android’s backup policy change this week, Google is rolling out new settings to control whether SMS, MMS, and RCS messages are backed up. Additionally, Android is beginning to introduce local Documents backup.

"I have no idea how they'll continue": Bethesda dev is worried Xbox layoffs could end Fallout 76 updates without help from "an external studio"
Microsoft's cuts at Xbox and Bethesda have one developer worried that the studio won't be able to continue updating Fallout 76 without outside help.

Google might rebrand Pixel Magic Cue as Gemini ‘Proactive Assistance’
With the Pixel 10 series last year, Google introduced Magic Cue to “proactively surface relevant info and suggest helpful actions when you need them.” It now appears that Google is planning to rebrand Magic Cue and put the functionality und

iPhone 18 Pro & Pro Max leaks: All the biggest rumors so far
Macworld The iPhone 18 Pro and Pro Max are expected to launch in September 2026 featuring several cutting-edge hardware advancements, including the debut of Apple’s C2 modem, and a shift to a 2nm manufacturing process for the A20 Pro chip.

Today’s Android app deals and freebies: Outliver, Dealer’s Life, Zero Stress King, more
Your Thursday lineup of the best Android game and app deals is now ready to roll, including titles like Outliver: Tribulation, Aces of the Luftwaffe Premium, 1944 Burning Bridges Premium, Dealer’s Life Legend, Clouds & Sheep Premium, Zero S

Windows now uses AI to find and help fix vulnerabilities, but it's not replacing humans
Microsoft is deploying a massive multi-agent AI system called MDASH to defend Windows.

"This has had a crushing effect on morale": The Elder Scrolls 6 devs fear Microsoft's Xbox layoffs at Bethesda will cause delays and crunch for the RPG
Bethesda devs on The Elder Scrolls 6 say that Microsoft's Xbox layoffs will have a "substantial and cascading effect" on the studio and the upcoming RPG.

Crowdfunding begins for Open Book Touch, an open source eReader
The Open Book Touch is an eBook reader with a small, front-lit E ink display, a microSD card slot for storage, and support for EPUB and TXT files. But what really makes it different from most eReaders is that it’s a fully open source device

Google asks for Gemini app feedback & details top 10 requests
Yesterday, Google’s Josh Woodward asked for what fixes Gemini app users want. The Gemini lead today identified the top 10 requests and Google’s progress.

Samsung boosts Galaxy S26 production on the fears of more expensive sequels
As RAMageddon rages on, Samsung is reportedly boosting production of its existing Galaxy S26 series to meet growing demand as customers hope to buy devices before price hikes and more expensive sequels.

Deals: S26 Ultra + Galaxy Buds 4 Pro $325 off, Copilot+ and gaming laptops up to $900 off, Anker display charger, more
Today’s 9to5Toys Lunch Break is headlined by Galaxy S26 Ultra bundled with Galaxy Buds 4 Pro at $325 off straight from Samsung. Best Buy is also knocking up to $900 off Windows Copilot+ PCs/gaming laptops for back-to-school from $300 alongs

REAL 3D Minecraft on the GameBoy!
In this Video I show my version of 3D Minecraft on the GameBoy color and GameBoy

MINISFORUM MS-03 is a compact Panther Lake PC with 10 Gigabit LAN and a PCIe slot
Chinese mini PC maker MINISFORUM unveiled its first mini PC with an Intel Core Ultra (Series 3) “Panther Lake” processor during CES: the upcoming MINISFORUM M2 Pro is a small computer with support for up to an Intel Core Ultra X9 388H proce

Against all odds, Palworld 1.0 proves that Pocketpair has built the ultimate Pokémon alternative and Nintendo should be very worried
Palworld 1.0 drops tomorrow! A hype new trailer shows exactly why Nintendo should be quaking.

Meta fixed its smart glasses privacy light problem, just in time for always-on model to reportedly not use it
In a case of hilarious timing – you know, in a dystopian kind of way – a new report details Meta’s forthcoming “super sensing” smart glasses that would have microphones and cameras that are constantly active, right as the company has fixed

Samsung shares first official glimpse at wide Galaxy Z Fold 8, with Spider-Man’s help
Samsung has dropped a new Galaxy Z Fold 8 teaser, offering a quick glimpse of the wider new form factor with the help of everyone’s favorite public menace.

Google Chrome 150 for Android adds dedicated back button
The latest version of Google Chrome is widely rolling out today with a dedicated back button and other small interface tweaks.

Why is the Google Store selling a Galaxy Watch 8?
A rather unexpected Play Store promotion today sees the Google Store sell you a Samsung Galaxy Watch 8.

Nvidia Shield TV (2019) appears to have been quietly discontinued, maybe
It seems that the 7-year-old but still-latest Nvidia Shield TV model has been quietly discontinued, but one still remains.

First Google Home Speaker update ‘improves network traffic,’ rolling out now
Google is rolling out the first post-launch firmware update for the Home Speaker, with other devices also getting this improvement.

Asus ROG GR70 is a small, powerful, and expensive gaming PC
The Asus ROG GR70 is a mini PC with the guts of a high-performance gaming laptop including support for up to an AMD Ryzen 9 995HX3D processor and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 mobile graphics. And the system supports up to 96GB of DDR5-5600 memor

Nothing Phone 4b Review | What's Changed vs 4a?
Reviewing the Nothing Phone 4b after using as my full-time smartphone for a week. I've thoroughly tested the camera tech, battery life, gaming performance etc, so here's how the Nothing Phone 4b compares vs the 4a, and which is worth your money. Also includes bonus unboxing!

Lilbits: Flipper Zero’s firmware future, a new Linux gaming laptop, an E Ink monitor, and AMD’s pricey Ryzen Halo mini PC
Shortly after launching a new thin and light Linux laptop with an Intel Panther Lake processor, Linux PC company System76 is preparing to launch… another notebook that could be described the same way. But the updated System76 Adder Pro also

I Built a Tablet From a Broken Phone!
I Built a Tablet From a Broken Phone! Most people would throw away a phone with a broken screen, but I wanted to see if it could become something completely different. In this video, I turn a damaged smartphone into a fully working DIY Tablet, using recycled parts, a larger display, and a lot of experimentation.

PocketMage PDA with E Ink screen and QWERTY keyboard hits crowdfunding for $185 and up
The PocketMage PDA is a pocket-sized gadget that looks a bit like a tiny laptop. It has a clamshell design featuring a 3.1 inch E Ink display on top and a QWERTY keyboard for thumb typing, along with a smaller 1.8 inch OLED secondary screen

The PlayStation Was Capable of This All Along?
Can you really upgrade the original PlayStation from just 2MB of RAM to 16MB? In this video, we install an incredible new PS1 16MB RAM mod created by TunerTom, explore how it works, test it on real hardware, and see what kinds of new possibilities it unlocks for PlayStation homebrew, game ports, and future hardware upgrades. We also take a look at examples like to see how additional memory can be put to use.

Memory is too expensive so I made my own
I may have gone a bit overboard... well... 64 bits overboard actually.

Beelink launches EQi Wildcat Lake mini PC for $509 and up
The Beelink EQi is a mini PC that sort of blurs the lines between a budget and premium device. It has two Thunderbolt 4 ports, multiple storage options, an integrated 85W power supply, and two LAN ports: one with support for 10 Gigabit spee

GMK EVO-X3 with Ryzen AI Max+ 395 and 128GB RAM now available for $3600 and up
The GMK EVO-X3 is a slim desktop computer that packs a lot of power into a compact design. With an AMD Ryzen AI Max+ 395 processor featuring Radeon 8060S discrete-class graphics, 128GB of RAM with 256GB/s bandwidth, and a robust set of port

MacBook Neo vs. Air vs. Pro (Lab Tested)
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Sanctuary is a simple jailbreak tool for (some) Kindle devices
Amazon’s Kindle eReaders are primarily made for reading eBooks purchased from Amazon, although you can also use them to read media borrowed for free from libraries, or DRM-free content from other sources. But if you want to read eBooks in u

AOOSTAR GODY is a small gaming PC with better-than Steam Machine graphics and $849 starting price (for a barebones model)
The AOOSTAR GODY is a small desktop computer with the specs of a decent gaming laptop (from a few years ago). Inside its 200 x 193 x 80mm (7.9″ x 7.6″ x 3.1″) chassis, the computer houses a 55-watt AMD Ryzen 9 7940HX, 16-core, 32-thread Dra

Amazon quietly launches Fire HD 10 tablet with 4GB of RAM
Amazon hasn’t released a new Fire tablet since 2024, when the company launched the latest Fire HD 8. But, as spotted by AFTVNews, the company recently launched a new version of an existing tablet with a slight upgrade. You can now pick up a

Lilbits: Asahi Linux release fix for booting Linux on macOS 27, Surface Go is going away, and Sony announces plans to stop making PlayStation game discs
When Apple was shipping computers with Intel processors, there were plenty of ways to install Linux on a Mac. But things got a lot trickier when the company began to switch to its own Arm-based processors around six years ago. The folks at

System76 Lemur Pro Linux laptop refresh brings Intel Panther Lake and two screen sizes: 14 or 16 inches
The System76 Lemur Pro is a thin and light Linux laptop that’s been around in one form or another for about six years. But this year System76 is bringing the biggest updates to its little laptop yet… in more ways than one. First of all, the

This Game Boy emulator for the M5PaperS3 runs at 60 FPS on an E Ink screen
Over the past few years we’ve seen a bunch of companies deliver E Ink tablets and monitors that use software tricks to deliver high screen refresh rates. But there’s usually a price to pay: the closer you get to 60 fps, the more ghosting an

RootBoard is a Raspberry Pi-powered handheld PC with a 3.5 inch screen, 70-key keyboard (crowdfunding)
The RootBoard is a handheld computer kit with a 3.5 inch color display, a 70-key thumb keyboard complete with function keys, and a built-in speaker plus what looks like a decent set of ports for such a small computer. RootBoard designer Dia

Lilbits: Clicks Communicator, another use for the Anbernic RG Rotate, and two tiny operating systems
The Clicks Communicator is a modern smartphone that borrows some ideas from classic BlackBerry phones. Made by the same folks behind the Clicks keyboard cases for existing phones, the company’s first full-fledged phone has a square screen,

GPD Win Max 3 is a mini laptop for work and play with AMD Strix Halo and a removable battery. with a removable
The GPD Win Max 3 is a mini-laptop that packs a lot of horsepower into a compact design. With a 9.06 inch display and a nearly full-sized keyboard and Precision touchpad, it’s a little laptop you can use for productivity on the go. But remo

REDMAGIC Astra 2 is a gaming tablet with a 185 Hz OLED display and liquid cooling
REDMAGIC’s latest gaming tablet features a 9.06 inch, 2.4K OLED display with a 185 Hz refresh rate, a Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 processor, support for up to 16GB of RAM and 1TB of storage, and an active liquid cooling system. Debuti

Commodore Callback 8020 flip phone with Sailfish OS now available for pre-order
The Commodore Callback 8020 might be one of the strangest phones of the year so far. The company now calling itself Commodore is leaning into the nostalgia of its name with a handset designed to look like a 20-year old flip phone. But while

‘My Adventures With Superman’ Creators Talk Darker, Hard-Hitting Midpoint
Jake Wyatt and Brendan Clogher discuss the latest action-heavy episode of 'My Adventures with Superman' and heading into heavier territory.

Your living room doesn't need a Steam Machine when a cheap Android TV box and Moonlight can do better
The Steam Machine is more expensive than it should be, and your living room can become a gaming setup for a lot less money thanks to streaming.

Stop tipping your mechanic for routine work—here's what actually deserves a tip
When it comes to services related to your vehicle, there is no shared standard to fall back on.

7 Underrated Speaker Brands That Can Compete With Sony & Bose
Sony and Bose are speaker giants, but there are underrated brands that compete with premium sound quality, stylish designs, and reasonable prices.

Who Can Begrudge Gen Z Nostalgia For an Era Before They Were Born?
It probably IS kinda galling to look back at a time when the world wasn't on fire.
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Apple’s failed self-driving car program left a legacy of powerful AI chips
Apple's self-driving car program never really got off the ground, but it may have been what made the company's chips the powerful AI performers they are. Early in the development of the self-driving platform, Apple realized that it would ne

5 Apps That Will Make Your Morning Commute Fly By
Do you have a long commute you regularly have to make and plenty of time to kill? If so, these five apps will help make the time go faster.

I ditched the number row on Gboard after discovering this new gesture
Gboard has a super-fast numbers shortcut nobody uses.

Google Drive's new search upgrade is useless, but this trick finds your files instantly
Tired of waiting for Gemini to find a simple PDF? Bypass Google Drive's slow new AI search and get your files instantly with these easy tricks

5 Of The Biggest Drawbacks Of Micro LED TVs
Micro LED TVs may look impressive on paper, but price, manufacturing limits, picture settings, and competing display technology complicate the buying decision.
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Galaxy Z Flip 8 Sports a Super Slim Design and Lighter Body, Leak Details
The post Galaxy Z Flip 8 Sports a Super Slim Design and Lighter Body, Leak Details appeared first on Android Headlines.

Apple Stores to Expand Use of 'Tap to Pay on iPhone'
In 2022, Apple began rolling out Tap to Pay on iPhone, a system that allows small business owners and other merchants to accept contactless payments on an iPhone, with no point-of-sale hardware required. The feature allows customers to pay

Ugreen FineTrack Slim Duo is a new AirTag alternative with Apple Find My, Google Find Hub, and 7-year battery life
Ugreen has launched the FineTrack Slim Duo in the UK. The new wallet tracker is said to work with both Apple's Find My and Google's Find Hub networks, while packing a louder buzzer and longer battery life than the previous models.

Acer reveals new smartphone with rear display
Acer has introduced the Sospiro A15 with entry-level specifications. Notably, the new smartphone stands out with a secondary display on its back.

TechCrunch Mobility: A robotaxi ultimatum
Welcome back to TechCrunch Mobility, your hub for the future of transportation and now, more than ever, how AI is playing a part.

10 Fun Alexa Easter Eggs You Probably Haven't Discovered Yet
Alexa isn't just about making your life easier and saving you time – it can also deliver some fun! Here are 10 Alexa Easter eggs you may not have known about.

Stop enabling DLSS until you've checked these 7 in-game settings first
DLSS is excellent for rescuing a bad framerate, but don't forget about these other in-game settings

I ditched my router's network log for a $20 Raspberry Pi—and caught my smart TV phoning home constantly
This $20 networking tool revealed things my router wouldn't tell me

Apple's M7 Ultra Chip Designed to Match a 2019 Mac Pro Feat
Apple's M7 Ultra chip coming in 2028 is designed to support up to 1.5TB of unified memory, according to Bloomberg's Mark Gurman. However, whether such a configuration is offered may depend on the state of the ongoing memory chip shortage. I

Affordable Beelink NAS launches with compact design and 68TB storage support
The Beelink ME Pro now has a more affordable 2-bay configuration. It's powered by the Intel Pentium Silver J5005, and it has two M.2 and two SATA slots. The launch price of the barebone NAS is CNY 999, around $147.

Here's What The Steam Machine's 'Red Line Of Death' Actually Means
An early user of Valve's Steam Machine got an unpleasant surprise when the console bricked after an update and displayed an ominous red LED light.

Two New Apple Pencils Reportedly Launching Next Year
Two new Apple Pencil models are in development for release alongside next-generation iPad Pro models next year, according to Bloomberg's Mark Gurman. Specifically, he said new versions of the lower-end Apple Pencil with a USB-C port and the

GitHub is no longer the best place to host your code
Developers have more reasons than ever to move beyond GitHub, from AI concerns to easier self-hosting and stronger alternatives.

Why Is Air Conditioner Unit Capacity Measured In Tons?
Shopping for a new air conditioner and confused by the "ton" rating? It's not about weight. Discover the historic reason behind this HVAC mystery.
Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra Shrinks the Display Crease to Near Zero: Leaked Video
The post Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra Shrinks the Display Crease to Near Zero: Leaked Video appeared first on Android Headlines.

Leaked iPhone Ultra image raises a valid concern
The iPhone Ultra might lose out to the Galaxy Z Fold 8 in an important area.

Ubisoft is in crisis, and a 13-year-old pirate game is part of the escape plan
Ubisoft has remade the best-loved game in its biggest franchise. Assassin’s Creed Black Flag Resynced arrives 13 years after the original, and the BBC found it largely worth the wait. The Caribbean looks spectacular now. New underwater sect

The Moto Razr Fold is Samsung’s wakeup call
We expected the Motorola Razr Fold to be good, it still surprised us

Your next car will run more Google software than ever, and here's why that matters
.A shared platform setting the stage for market dominance

The 5 coolest open-source projects I've discovered in 2026
Big AI breakthroughs aren't the only interesting things happening.

Why Xiaomi phones aren't banned, but are rarely sold in the US
The Chinese company is allowed to sell its impressive phones in the States, but it doesn't. Here's why.

Netflix is reportedly considering always-on channels and bundles, which is to say, cable
Netflix executives have reportedly discussed adding always-on live channels to the service. The channels would run genre-based programming around the clock, all comedies or all action films, according to a Wall Street Journal report relayed

iOS 27 Public Beta Reportedly Available This Week
The first public betas of iOS 27, macOS Golden Gate, and more will be released this week, according to Bloomberg's Mark Gurman. This aligns with Apple's promised July timeframe. If you have an iPhone 15 Pro or newer, the key new feature is

AI has triggered the biggest gas-plant building boom in history, and a quiet fight to stop it
The AI build-out has done something the fossil-fuel industry could not do for itself. It has set off the largest-ever construction boom in natural gas-fired power plants, the Associated Press reports. Aging coal plants are being kept alive

This Wireless Earbud Brand Outshines AirPods In Value
Want premium sound without the premium price tag? Check out the sleek earbud brand proving you don't have to overpay for a great user experience.
A tiny London startup built a CUDA compiler that reportedly beats AMD's own tools on AMD hardware
Spectral Compute was founded in 2018 by four engineers with about 60 years of combined HPC optimization experience. The founders say the effort grew out of frustration: while working at an AI firm, they grew tired of the cost of Nvidia GPUs

I set up local voice control in Home Assistant and stopped giving Amazon a live mic in my house
Alexa, play Good Riddance.

I started using Gemini with Samsung Notes; it's been a game-changer
Samsung Notes is smarter than ever

Do Speed Limit Signs On Private Roads Have To Follow Federal Rules?
Speed limit signs are a crucial part of driving, and they can be found on just about any type of road. What about private roads? Do the rules apply there?

Zhipu’s founder says frontier AI should stay open to everyone. His own government may disagree.
The founder of China’s most prominent AI lab has made an unambiguous case for openness. Frontier AI should stay broadly accessible rather than controlled by a select few, Zhipu’s Tang Jie wrote in an internal memo reviewed by Bloomberg. His

Here's Why Apple is Reportedly Skipping M6 Pro and M6 Max Chips
According to Bloomberg's Mark Gurman, Apple will be releasing a regular M6 chip, but it has no plans to offer higher-end M6 Pro and M6 Max chips. In his Power On newsletter today, he said the reason for this break in tradition is AI. "Apple

Meta spent a year being punished for its AI spending. Then it told investors how it would get the money back.
Meta has had a miserable year on the market, flat while the Nasdaq-100 climbed 18%. That changed abruptly, with the stock posting its best week since early 2024, CNBC reports. Shares rose about 6% on Friday and roughly 15% across the week.

The AI race has quietly stopped being about who has the biggest model
For years the industry ran on one assumption, that the biggest model wins. That belief is now breaking down, CNBC reports. Companies are choosing models by task, cost, and control instead of benchmark position. The frontier still matters, b

These 7 smart home jobs don't need a Raspberry Pi — an ESP32 does them for $5
Replacing a full computer with sensors everywhere.

This tiny Sony tape was supposed to change music, but it saved 1990s IT instead
DAT was supposed to replace cassettes, but it became the backbone of 1990s server backups instead
I reviewed the Vertu Alphafold so you don't have to waste $6,880
Even if it was $2,000 it'd be a hard sell

One of SteelSeries’ best gaming headsets is over $100 off
SteelSeries has the Arctis Nova Pro Wireless gaming headset on sale for $239.99 (currently between $300 and $350 at other retailers). The Xbox version that supports a host of other platforms including PlayStation, PC, and Switch is availabl

Amazon has cut 57,000 jobs, and the people who kept theirs are not fine either
Amazon’s cuts have reached a scale that is hard to absorb. The company has laid off more than 57,000 corporate staff since 2022, around 16% of that workforce, CNBC reports. The pace has accelerated sharply. Roughly 16,000 people went in lat

5 Cheap Repairs That Turn Broken Audio Gear Into Thrift Store Gems
Old audio equipment often ends up in the trash over problems that cost less than $10 in parts and take almost no technical skill to fix at home.

Stop treating your 3D printer like a vending machine for other people's models
Designing your own models is a hidden side of 3D printing that many miss out on.

Christopher Nolan Has No Time for ‘The Odyssey’ Backlash or GenAI
All Nolan wants is for people to see 'The Odyssey' with an open mind and recognize the sincere effort on display.

Canada Taps German Defense Giant To Build Its Navy's New Submarine Fleet
Canada has chosen to enter negotiations with a German defense builder to supply its next submarine fleet. Here are the details of what they'll provide.

While Neuralink drills into skulls, China’s BrainCo is betting brain tech will be something you wear
The most visible race in brain-computer interfaces involves surgery. But one of China’s most valuable neurotech firms is deliberately not competing in it, CNBC reports. BrainCo, based in Hangzhou, builds devices that read the brain from out

How Philips Hue got the smart home right
The state of the smart home can be frustrating, because it is just so obvious how things ought to work. You should be able to control everything from everywhere. Your spaces should adapt to what you're doing and how you're feeling. Making y

Details on Galaxy Z TriFold 2 and Samsung’s sliding phone leak as release dates shuffle around
Samsung is working on two very exciting foldables, the Galaxy Z TriFold 2 and a sliding phone. Industrywide complications are making the release dates of these phones unpredictable, however.

Pokémon GO celebrates a decade of mobile success
Pokémon GO celebrates 10 years with a massive Times Square live raid and a completely free GO Fest 2026 Global tier featuring Mega Mewtwo Y and Zeraora.
Gigabyte Gaming A16 3WH - Reviews and Specs
This page provides reviews and specifications about the Gigabyte Gaming A16 3WH of the series Gaming A16.

MSI Modern 16S AI+ G3M - Reviews and Specs
This page provides reviews and specifications about the MSI Modern 16S AI+ G3M of the series Modern 16.

AirPods Pro 3 Hit Best Price Since Prime Day at $199.99
Amazon today has the AirPods Pro 3 available for $199.99, down from $249.00. This is the best price we've seen on the AirPods Pro 3 since Prime Day ended last month, coming in around $20 higher when compared to that all-time low price. Note

AI bosses say demand is ‘almost unlimited’. The market is no longer taking their word for it.
Executives building the AI boom are unwavering. Demand is effectively bottomless, they say, even as the stocks that ride on it wobble, CNBC reports. Pat Gelsinger, the former Intel chief now at Playground Global, put it plainly. He thinks o

This open-source Chrome extension finally made me read my "read later" list
Your read-it-later list is where articles go to die

I thought I knew Photoshop, but these 3 under-appreciated features proved me wrong
Photoshop can be a lot more versatile than you think.

Apple's 2026 Back to School Offer is Coming Soon
Apple's stores will be rolling out Back to School marketing materials this week, according to Bloomberg's Mark Gurman. This suggests that the offer will begin in the U.S. in the next few days. Last year, college students and educational sta

Acer Predator Helios Neo 16S AI PHN16S-I51, RTX 5070 - Reviews and Specs
This page provides reviews and specifications about the Acer Predator Helios Neo 16S AI PHN16S-I51, RTX 5070 of the series Predator Helios Neo 16S.

Huawei Nova Y74 - Reviews and Specs
This article compiles reviews and key specifications for the Huawei Nova Y74, a budget smartphone focused on battery life and everyday reliability. It examines the device’s 90 Hz display, 8 GB of memory, storage options, cameras, connectivi

Most Americans now say the public should own half of the big AI companies
An idea that sounded radical a year ago is now a majority position. Nearly seven in ten Americans support forcing AI companies to transfer half their stock to a public sovereign wealth fund, CNBC reports. The figure comes from a Verasight s

Motorola Moto G17 Power - Reviews and Specs
This page provides reviews and specifications about the Motorola Moto G17 Power of the series Moto G10.

Ronald Reagan's Landmark Cybersecurity Policies Were Influenced By A Classic '80s Techno-Thriller
A weekend movie night at Camp David sparked America's first cybersecurity laws. See how an '80s box office hit terrified a sitting president.

This sleek Galaxy S26 color enters impulse-buy territory after $130 discount
It ticks every single important box and then some.

Oukitel WP500 Ultra - Reviews and Specs
The Oukitel WP500 Ultra is a rugged 5G smartphone featuring a segment-leading thermal camera, fast Dimensity 8300 processor, and exceptional 1TB storage capacity. Reviews praise its specialized professional features but question its premium

Oukitel WP66 - Reviews and Specs
The Oukitel WP66 combines rugged construction, 5G connectivity, a 120 Hz display, and an exceptionally large battery. Reviews praise its durability and endurance but criticize slow charging, dated silicon, and inconsistent low-light photogr

10 Common Mistakes Homeowners Make With Smart Appliances
You'll want to avoid these common pitfalls if you're thinking of decking out your house with smart devices.

Google's new Home Speaker gets the hardware right, but Gemini's best features are paywalled
Locking Gemini Live behind a $10/month subscription is an unfortunate move by Google

Less is more with the Oura Ring 5
If you're reading an Oura Ring 5 review at The Verge, you likely fall into one of two camps: newcomers looking for a smartwatch alternative, or Oura users pondering an upgrade. In the case of the former, this is a great casual health tracke

5 Products Sennheiser Makes (Other Than Headphones)
Sennheiser is among the most reputable brands in headphone makers available today, but the company actually makes way more than just headphones.

5 Cheaper Alternatives To The Chevrolet Tahoe
The Chevrolet Tahoe is a great three-row SUV, but not a cheap one. There are, however, more affordable alternatives, provided you're willing to compromise.

Asus launches lightweight AMD-powered laptop with 120Hz OLED display
The Asus a14 Air 2026 is now available to purchase in China. It's a lightweight laptop that weighs 990g, and it measures 14.9mm thick. The AMD Ryzen 9 8945H powers the system, and it has a 120Hz OLED display. It starts at CNY 6,799, about $

You Know What Your Bathroom Needs? A Smart Mirror With Party Lighting
Lifx’s fancy light-up mirror is a one-of-a-kind device, for now.
5 reasons why an M.2 2230 SSD has replaced all my flash drives
Sticking it to the USB sticks
I finally fixed my Pixel's missed call problem with these simple settings tweaks
I haven't noticed an increase in spam calls

The correct way to position your router's antennas depends on your home
Know where to place your router and how to position its antennas should get you better coverage.

The Nvidia Shield TV is one of my favorite streaming gadgets ever — but the base model is no longer on sale, and may not come back
Nvidia has confirmed that the Shield TV base model is out of stock, and it doesn't seem as though it's likely to return.

Redmi 17C 5G leak confirms it’s basically a rebadged Redmi 15C 5G
A fresh Geekbench listing has given away most of what there is to know about the upcoming Redmi 17C 5G, and it turns out there isn’t much new here. The benchmark shows the phone under the codename “tornado,” which interestingly is also the

Why Do PlayStation Controllers Get Stick Drift So Easily?
PlayStation console controllers, known as the DualSense for the PS5, tend to develop an issue called "stick drift." Here's what it is and why it happens.

Here’s What’ll Be at the Oscars Museum’s Horror Movie Exhibit
Get ready to get scared and educated, because the Horror Show exhibit will have films to watch and materials to pore over.

I self-host my essential Android apps, and I couldn’t be happier
And it's easier than I thought.

Windows 11's smallest upgrade shows a big commitment from Microsoft
Microsoft is testing a slightly larger search box in Windows 11. While it sounds minor, it signals a massive commitment to fixing the OS's infamous design inconsistencies.

Heartstopper Forever release date and time on Netflix — how to stream Nick and Charlie's final farewell in the US, UK and Australia
Heartstopper Forever will be the final time we ever see Nick, Charlie, and the gang on Netflix — here's the release information you'll need to know.

Blue Prince became a bonding — and learning — experience for my family
I've always been the gamer in the family. When my son was born nearly 11 years ago, gaming was one of the things I looked forward to sharing with him. Pulling up a chair next to me, he would watch as I played Sea of Thieves with friends, of

What Does The Red Dot Mean On Your Webcam? (It's Not Always Recording)
Is your computer spying on you? Panic sets in when that red light appears, but don't cover it with tape just yet-here is what that dot actually means.

B5 Vs. B20 Biodiesel: What's The Difference Between These Fuel Types?
Biodiesel is available in several blends, with the most common ones being B5 and B20. The numbers indicate what sets these two fuel types apart.

Minisforum launches MS-03 Mini PC with Intel Core Ultra 9 386H, 128GB DDR5 RAM & discrete GPU support
Minisforum is releasing a new mini PC, the MS-03, designed specifically for enterprise IT and local AI applications. While the company typically focuses on consumer hardware, this model is built as an edge workstation for businesses that ne

Samsung Galaxy A57 5G Review: The new mid-range favorite?
A for All daily affairs. | The Samsung Galaxy A57 5G builds on its proven strengths: a brilliant display, long battery life, and solid performance. This review shows why this mid-range phone is impressive—and where a lack of innovation and

I replaced Uptime Kuma with this powerful tool, and it monitors my Proxmox, Docker, and TrueNAS systems like a pro
Pulse monitors my entire home lab from one dashboard, and it does things Uptime Kuma can't
Google Store discounts base Pixel 10 Pro by $300
The US Google Store has curiously discounted a specific Pixel 10 Pro model by $300 in the deepest official sale to date.
5 Downsides To Buying A Google Pixel Phone
Thinking about switching to a Google Pixel? These five drawbacks could change your mind before you spend flagship money on Google's latest smartphone.

10 Essential Apple Watch Features You Have To Enable Yourself
The most basic features of the Apple Watch are enough for daily use, but some useful options are hidden in the settings waiting for you to activate them.

This Indian smartphone brand is entering Europe by taking digs at Samsung
Indian smartphone maker Lava has started its marketing push before its planned entry in the United Kingdom. The company has set up a social account for UK users, and interestingly, the marketing team is taking a dig at Samsung to hype its a

I'm waiting for this killer Android 17 feature, but my phone might never get it
It's a rambler's companion

Why Did Ford Stop Using The Shelby Name?
The Shelby name is one that has been closely associated with Ford cars for decades. So why doesn't the company use it for any of its new models anymore?
Microsoft's patch for a Windows Defender 0-day may have created a new attack path
The feud between "NightmareEclipse" and Microsoft continues to hold unpleasant surprises for the Windows ecosystem. The disgruntled security researcher, who accused Redmond of hiding a pernicious backdoor in BitLocker's volume encryption, r

I reach every service on my home server from anywhere without opening a single port
Accessing your self-hosted services from outside your network doesn't mean you have to expose a single port
After taking 1,000 photos, I uncovered the Pixel camera settings for flawless image quality
Some hidden tweaks gave my Pixel camera a serious boost

The fight against AI data centers is just beginning
This is The Stepback, a weekly newsletter breaking down one essential story from the tech world. For more on the data center buildout, follow Emma Roth. The Stepback arrives in our subscribers' inboxes on Sunday at 8AM ET. Opt in for The St

If Android Auto keeps crashing, this update may finally save your commute
Android Auto 17.3 has arrived, and you can download it early

Leaked Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra footage shows off a crease you can barely see
With the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra, it feels like foldable flagships have peaked.

5 Things To Know Before Ditching Your Smartphone For A Flip Phone
While ditching your smartphone for a flip phone may seem like a great idea, there are some important things to keep in mind before taking the leap.

What Is A 'Jellyfish' Drone Swarm, And Why Are They Considered So Dangerous?
Military drones continue to get more complex, and things can get very interesting when many of them work together in tandem, like an alleged Iranian swarm.

Nothing Phone (4b) - Reviews and Specs
This page provides reviews and specifications about the Nothing Phone (4b) of the series Phone (4).

5 Star Trek Gadgets That Have (Or Will Soon) Become Real World Tech
"Star Trek" may be science fiction, but the technology depicted in its shows has often led to real-world equivalents being developed that we can use today.

I stopped wasting hours in Chrome by optimizing my workflow with these shortcuts
The easiest ways to upgrade your Chrome workflow

Microsoft wants to integrate your smartphone more deeply with Windows 11: Plans major UX enhancements that will make your PC and phone more seamlessly connected
Sources say that Microsoft is exploring several ways it can introduce new smartphone integration features across the Windows 11 interface in the coming months.

I helped drive this record-setting EV across Britain on sunshine alone — and the 870-mile trip cost absolutely nothing
For the first time, a production EV has driven the 870 miles from Land's End to John o'Groats on solar energy alone, without taking a single unit from the grid. I went along for a wild ride that was absolutely free.

Why Does Sennheiser Use Such A Weird Audio Jack Size?
Sennheiser uses a unique 2.5mm audio jack with a unique twist-locking mechanism on some of its headphones products that can sometimes frustrate consumers.

What Does It Mean When A Ship Is 'Commissioned' By The US Navy?
Everyone knows what it means when a ship is built or is in-service, but what exactly is "commissioning" a ship, and what does the process entail?

The Holy Grail of LED cinema: World's largest screen is the size of 700 TVs and packs 44 million pixels
A 30-meter, 44-million-pixel LED wall fires sound through the pixels, solving one of the biggest audio-centric challenges which plagued previous designs.
Nothing Phone (4b) official, Pixel 11 series prices leak, Week 28 in review
Welcome to your week's recap. Nothing dropped the Phone (4b) - cheaper, yet retaining Nothing's core specs - a Glyph Bar (but simplified), a big 6.77-inch 120Hz AMOLED display, a 5,200mAh battery, and a 50MP stabilized main camera. The phon

11 Of The Top Home Depot Summer Items You Can Buy
Summer savings at Home Depot go beyond patio furniture. These discounted appliances and outdoor essentials are worth a closer look before prices change.

Acer launches new affordable 16-inch gaming laptop with Nvidia GeForce RTX 5050 and 165Hz display
Acer's 16-inch Nitro V gaming laptop is getting an affordable variant in the US. Listed on Amazon for $1,199.99, the new configuration pairs Intel's Core 5 210H CPU with a 95W RTX 5050 and comes with a 165Hz display.

What To Do When Alexa Starts Flashing Yellow
If you have an Amazon Echo speaker or an Alexa smart display and it's flashing a yellow light, here's what it means and what you can do to get rid of it.

I found a hidden Chrome feature that made my browser the ultimate productivity tool
This is the Chrome upgrade I didn't know I needed

Xbox just released a PlayStation console "exclusive" and it's beating GTA 6 on the charts — here's why fans aren't happy
Call of Duty: Black Ops 1 and 2 are already available on Xbox via Xbox 360 back compat ... but there's a problem. Well, several problems.

Is It Cheaper To Repair Or Replace Your Refrigerator?
When your refrigerator stops working, repair costs, warranty coverage, recalls, appliance age, and fridge type can all affect whether fixing it makes sense.

Best Budget Gaming Monitors Under $200 (2026)
A good monitor matters more than most people think when building a gaming setup. A fast GPU cannot show its full potential on a slow, low-refresh screen. The good news is that 2026 has been a strong year for budget displays. Panel costs hav

This Viking strategy game, loved by 67% of players, is now 75% off on Steam
Deal | Sons of Valhalla is a strategy game with roguelike mechanics in which you must explore England during the Viking Age to seek revenge. But to achieve this, you'll have to face numerous enemies and manage your army.

Here's How To Easily Record Your Samsung Phone Screen
If you're looking for a simple method to record something from your Samsung phone screen, here's what you should know.

A Study Tried to Quantify How Many LinkedIn Posts Are 100% AI. It’s a Lot
It's not shocking that people on LinkedIn use AI, but they use it *so much.*

Your free VPN on Android often offers less protection than you might think
A study examined 281 free VPN apps from the Google Play Store, which collectively have over 2.4 billion installations. Many of them leak data, track their users, or use outdated encryption. Five of them can even be hijacked over Wi-Fi. Here

Ultra flagships in jeopardy despite innovative ideas: The future of Xiaomi 18 Ultra, Vivo X500 Ultra and Oppo Find X10 Ultra
The first ultra level camera flagship for 2027 is already dead in the water, if recent leaks are to be believed. While the Vivo X500 Ultra is potentially expected to feature a camera nearly three times as stable as that of the Vivo X300 Ult

Ryobi Vs Milwaukee Headlamps: How Do The Prices & Warranties Compare?
Comparing Ryobi and Milwaukee headlamps takes more than checking lumens, with price, warranty coverage, batteries, and accessories also worth a closer look.

"Free" isn't a word you normally associate with Disney, but it soon might be used with Disney+
The Disney big wigs are considering offering a free ad-supported tier of Disney+.

ChatGPT is $20/month, but this app gives you ChatGPT, Claude, and Gemini for life for $60
Macworld TL;DR: Replace your monthly fees for ChatGPT, Gemini, and Claude with a lifetime subscription to ChatPlayground, on sale now for $59.97 — Offer ends 7/19. Subscribing to ChatGPT, Claude, and Gemini all at once means three separate

Make PDF editing on your Mac faster, easier, and subscription-free for a one-time $79.99
Macworld TL;DR: Edit, convert, sign, annotate, and organize PDFs on your Mac with a PDF Expert Premium lifetime license, now $79.99 (MSRP $139.99). Anyone who deals with PDFs knows the frustration of slow, feature-limited editors. PDF Exper

Maono P1 hands-on: A compact mobile audio interface for gamers, podcasters, and musicians
Mobile mixing. | The Maono P1 audio interface offers creators and gamers a capable audio interface that can be used to make broadcasts from laptops and phones. The mixer provides high mic gain, a low noise floor, and high-resolution music o

Pixorien Z01: Portable 2K projector with built-in battery and extendable mount
The Pixorien Z01 is a newly launched projector designed for flexible use across a wide range of settings. It features an extendable design and supports battery-powered operation for enhanced portability. The device is also marketed as deliv
Weekly poll: will you buy the Nothing Phone (4b)?
Nothing is narrowing its scope – in January, it announced that it won’t release a flagship in 2026 and last month it canceled the CMF Phone 3 Pro. This only leaves the (4a) phones and now a (4b) model too, a new mid-ranger that was announce

How to watch I, Jack Wright from anywhere – it's *FREE*
Here's how to watch the British suspense drama series I, Jack Wright online from anywhere in the world, completely FREE.

Top 5 Alternatives to the Xiaomi 17T in 2026
This year, the smartphone market is filled with several competitive premium devices, and the Xiaomi 17T stands out as a strong photography-focused flagship. Available in two main options, buyers can acquire the 12GB+256GB variant for Rs 54,

Samsung Galaxy M47 price shot up by Rs 8,000 in India just a week after launch
A week is all it took. Samsung Galaxy M47 5G, which went on sale in India on July 4, is already selling at a higher price than what buyers paid at launch. The base 6GB/128GB variant launched at Rs 25,999, while the launch offer further disc

Top 5 Alternatives to the Nothing Phone (4b) in 2026
The mid-range smartphone market is highly competitive, and the Nothing Phone (4b) is a key player. Available in two configurations, this Snapdragon 6 Gen 4-powered phone’s base model pairs 8GB of RAM with 128GB of storage for Rs 34,999, whi

Upcoming Motorola Edge 70 Max has the largest battery ever on a Motorola phone
The Motorola Edge 70 Fusion and Moto G06 Power currently hold the title of Motorola phones with the largest batteries, thanks to their 7,000mAh cells. That is about to change with the upcoming Motorola Edge 70 Max. Ahead of its July 15 laun

'Quality decays exponentially following AI arrival': Research shows experts and contributors leaving online communities amidst silent 'knowledge reset'
AI may have killed Stack Overflow while training on the same platform, as it pushed expert contributors away from the platform

5 Phone Screen Settings You Should Change To Keep Your Eyes Healthy
While most might want their smartphone screens to be as bright as they can go at all times, that's not always the greatest if you care about your eyes.

Why Did Samsung Stop Using Titanium On Its Flagship Phones?
While the previous version of its flagship phone used titanium, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra has since ditched it for what the company calls "Armor Aluminum".
Weekly poll results: the Honor Magic V6 has many fans, but its price keeps others away
The Honor Magic V6 is available in Europe at a discounted price of €1,700/£1,500 until the end of the month. The EU price is set to go up to €2,300 in August and the UK price relies on a £500 voucher, which probably won’t last long. In eith

How Do NASA Astronauts Drink Liquids In Space?
Thanks to the fact that water doesn't stay in a cup in space, drinking on the International Space Station is no easy feat, so how do they do it?

Redmi Note 17 and Note 17 Pro full specs leak days before launch
The Redmi Note 17 series is making its debut on July 14 — this Tuesday. The brand has confirmed a few specs before launch, including the Note 17 being its first phone with a 7-inch screen. Now, tipster Fixed Focus Digital on Weibo has share

Do Smart TVs Work If You Just Plug Them In? What You Should Know Before You Buy
Smart TVs can seem like plug-and-play devices, but streaming apps, internet access, software updates, and privacy settings are worth understanding before setup.

Hisense’s new e-ink phone has a detachable color screen
Hisense has officially started teasing its new e-ink phone, called the Hisense A10, in China. It comes with a 6.13-inch e-ink display on the front, built to mimic the look of paper. As usual, its best uses are reading e-books, taking notes,

The '80s Had A RAM And Oil Crisis Too - Here's What We Can Learn From It
As prices for RAM continue to spiral and oil fluctuates, it's easy to forget that the 1980s faced a similar crisis. Here's what we can learn from history.

How Often Does Microsoft Launch New Xbox Consoles?
The Xbox Series X|S era is nearly six years old, and history says it might last a while longer. Here's how often Microsoft usually launches new Xbox consoles.

Why Some Cops Never Turn Their Red And Blue Cruiser Lights Off
In some places, you may see police cars with their red and blue cruiser lights constantly on. While it can be confusing, they have a good reason for that.

Dish Wireless and cell tower firms battle in bankruptcy court
Intercompany loans and prepackaged bankruptcy filings make this a very complicated bankruptcy.

3 Harbor Freight Finds That Outshine Amazon In Price And Value
Amazon might be the biggest online retailer in the world, but that doesn't mean it always has the best deal, especially if you're looking for budget tools.

Gambling, noir detectives, and urinating robots: Warframe's long-awaited Tau update is unlike anything I could possibly have predicted
Warframe finally goes to Tau, with developer Digital Extremes aiming to take its universe in a bold new direction.

T-Mobile takes the lead on a new breed of networks
T-Mobile wants AI to orchestrate its network to deliver a seamless experience for its customers.

5 Makita Power Tools That Are More Powerful Than Milwaukee Alternatives
Milwaukee has a reputation for having some of the best power tools around, but Makita is a strong competitor. Sometimes, their products are even more powerful.

Notorious Flipper Zero says it has 'decided to rethink our approach' to devices, but says development will continue thanks to community help
Flipper Devices keeps firmware development alive through community contributions while shifting internal resources toward new hardware projects and products.
Motorola Edge 70 Max's battery details revealed
Motorola will unveil the Edge 70 Max on July 15, and it has already revealed the smartphone's design and confirmed the chip that will power it. Now, Indian online retailer Flipkart has revealed more details about the Motorola Edge 70 Max, i

Reed Jobs would rather talk about curing cancer than his last name
When we last sat down with Jobs at TechCrunch Disrupt nearly three years ago, his firm Yosemite was brand new and biotech was still reeling from its post-pandemic crash. Now, the venture outfit has a team of 17; a cluster of blockbuster dru

Can You Connect Multiple Wi-Fi Extenders To The Same Router?
If you've got bad wireless internet signal in your home, a Wi-Fi extender might be the answer to your woes - but they're not necessarily a perfect solution.

'The false attributions were the direct product of Koi’s unsupervised reliance': Startup sues Koi Security after AI tool hallucinates and links it to a Chinese spying scam
MeetingTV sues Koi Security over alleged AI-generated false claims linking its software to Chinese cybercrime, causing reputational and business damage.

Quordle hints and answers for Sunday, July 12 (game #1630)
Looking for Quordle clues? We can help. Plus get the answers to Quordle today and past solutions.

NYT Connections hints and answers for Sunday, July 12 (game #1127)
Looking for NYT Connections answers and hints? Here's all you need to know to solve today's game, plus my commentary on the puzzles.

NYT Strands hints and answers for Sunday, July 12 (game #861)
Looking for NYT Strands answers and hints? Here's all you need to know to solve today's game, including the spangram.

Rumored Apple plan for a more appealing iPhone 18 Pro apparently not possible
Technical constraints prevent the iPhone 18 Pro from being more affordable.

Is this the open source printer of our dreams? Raspberry Pi-powered, DRM-free 'Open Printer' inkjet could be the perfect solution if it ever sees the light of day
Open Tools develops a repairable open source printer using Raspberry Pi hardware, challenging DRM restrictions while facing cartridge and production challenges.

This slushie machine was a lifesaver during NYC’s heat wave
Last weekend’s brutal NYC heat wave had me craving a frozen drink almost every afternoon. Normally, that would mean sweating through a walk to 7-Eleven for a slurpee. This time, though, I stayed home and put the new Ninja Slushi Twist to th

Lenovo launches Legion R9000X 2026 with Ryzen AI Max+ 392, Radeon 8060S & 165Hz OLED display
Lenovo has released the 2026 model of the Legion R9000X in China. The 15.3-inch laptop is priced at 20,999 yuan (about $3,098) and relies entirely on AMD‘s latest mobile silicon for both processing and graphics, omitting a dedicated graphic

The Galaxy Z Flip 8 is super slim and even lighter than the Flip 7
Samsung's last Galaxy Flip phone might be ready to go out with a bang.
Deals: the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is under $1,000, the Galaxy S26 and S26+ are also on sale
At the end of this month, Samsung’s attention will shift towards launching the new Galaxy Z foldables – you can already pre-reserve one here. We know that some of you don’t care for foldables, so let’s have a look at what’s going on with Sa

After years of teasing, the viral Nopia synth is ‘basically finished’
After setting the music gear corner of the internet on fire back in 2023 with the first glimpse at the Nopia, creators Martin Grieco and Rocío Gal are almost ready to bring it to market. The duo brought it to the MusicRadar offices for an i

Oh, There’s the ‘Ghost of Tsushima: Legends’ Trailer
Crunchyroll and Kamikaze Douga hope you like 'Ghost of Tsushima' enough to watch its co-op mode adapted into anime form.

Phoebe Gates' AI shopping app Phia reportedly claimed unearned affiliate sales through fake clicks
Gates, who is Bill Gates' daughter, founded the app alongside Sophia Kianni.

Meta’s AI Detector Can’t Detect Images It Generated Itself, Report Finds
Once the images were cropped, the detection tool began to struggle, according to Reuters.

AT&T, T-Mobile, and Verizon customers won't like what the FCC just said
The FCC Chairman doesn't see the need for a fourth carrier.

Keychron launches K5 Ultra 8K low-profile mechanical keyboard with 8K polling rate & hot-swap switches
Keychron has released its latest mechanical keyboard, the K5 Ultra 8K. It is a full-size, low-profile board that focuses on high wireless polling rates and hardware customization through open-source software. Keychron K5 Ultra 8K Specificat

Vivo Y05e quietly goes on sale with 5,150mAh battery and military-grade durability
The Vivo Y05e entry-level smartphone has appeared on multiple certification platforms over the past few weeks, hinting at an imminent launch. The handset has now been listed for purchase on Vodacom South Africa’s website, confirming its key

Yet Another Safety Leader at OpenAI Has Left
OpenAI safety leadership, loosely defined, sees a lot of turnover.

New Acer smartphone launches with dual displays, 64MP main camera
Two Acer smartphones debuted in India last year, but the brand has remained quiet since then. Now, Acer Mobile LATAM has silently unveiled the new Acer Sospiro A15, introducing a distinctive dual-display design, Android 16, and a 64-megapix

This ‘Avengers: Doomsday’ Concept Art Assembles the Teams
It's not an 'Avengers' movie if there's not a splashy art featuring the main cast, so it's time for 'Avengers: Doomsday' to get one.
Leaked code reveals possible new name for a major Pixel 11 series feature
A feature Google hyped for the Pixel 10 will reportedly have a new name starting this year.

Oregon’s Attorney General withdraws effort to delay Paramount and Warner Bros. merger
Oregon Attorney General Dan Rayfield had been seeking documents from Paramount related to its takeover of Warner Bros. Discovery. Rayfield also asked a state circuit court judge to delay the closing of the deal by 60 days so that his office

What is Eclipsa Video, and how does it compare to Dolby Vision and HDR10?
The new format is coming to a device near you -- Here's why it matters.
Samsung Health users asked to allow use of their health data for AI training or it will be deleted
Some Samsung Health users are seeing a notice when opening the app asking them to consent to the use of their health data for AI training and modeling. If users don't provide consent, they will not only be unable to sync health data with th

The Public Got So Mad at Meta’s New AI Photo Tool That It’s Scrapped Already
"We’ve heard the feedback that this feature missed the mark, so it’s no longer available," Meta says.

Philips offers free replacements after update bricked smart lighting hubs
The company also said a newer update is rolling out that should prevent the issue.
I'm saving hundreds on new phones while everyone else panics about the RAM crisis
I found the one trick that keeps me ahead

Smart glasses without a camera? Even Realities bets productivity beats recording everyone
The glasses are targeted at people who might be constantly in meetings, giving presentations, and traveling to countries where different languages are spoken.

Blacklisted Chinese firms Still Buy OpenAI and Google Tech: The Singapore Loophole
The post Blacklisted Chinese firms Still Buy OpenAI and Google Tech: The Singapore Loophole appeared first on Android Headlines.

Google Will Now Tell You Exactly When an Ad is AI-Generated—with a Catch
The post Google Will Now Tell You Exactly When an Ad is AI-Generated—with a Catch appeared first on Android Headlines.
This ransomware negotiator was paid to fight hackers, he was secretly working with them instead
Martino worked for DigitalMint, a firm that helps companies navigate ransomware incidents, including negotiating payments with attackers. In that role, he worked on active breach cases and had access to detailed information about victims, i

Fan-Favorite ‘Scooby-Doo’ Series ‘Mystery Inc.’ Comes to Blu-Ray
Just in time for Halloween season, you probably can't go wrong with 'Scooby-Doo! Mystery Incorporated' for the first or latest time.

I tested Acer's new Swift Go 16 AI, and this affordable OLED laptop impressed me more than I had expected
Acer's Swift Go 16 AI laptop offers surprisingly strong performance, a colorful OLED screen, and long battery life, but I found some issues that hold it back.

OpenAI's head of safety is reportedly leaving as part of company reorganization
The role will be replaced by an executive in charge of both research and safety teams.

Which USB port should you use for your mouse and keyboard?
Save your best ports for your most demanding devices.
Lava Virat V1's design, colors, and launch date revealed
Indian handset maker Lava recently announced its partnership with the Indian online retailer Flipkart for its new Virat smartphone series. Now, Lava has announced that the first smartphone in this series will be called Virat V1, which will

Huawei building 12-inch chip wafer plant to deal with DRAM shortage
Huawei is reportedly teaming up with the Chinese government to build a new 12-inch chip wafer plant that can help it cut off some pressure from DRAM shortages. A new report suggests that the company is once again up to framing its own solut

Apple sues OpenAI exec for theft of trade secrets
Macworld As first reported by Bloomberg, Apple has filed suit against OpenAI, accusing the AI developer of running a coordinated campaign to steal information about upcoming Apple products. OpenAI is Apple’s partner in some ways. Since iOS

FL Studio head Constantin Koehncke turns to Reddit for feedback and fun
If you're a music maker of a certain age, then you probably once dabbled with a pirated copy of a little app called Fruity Loops. These days it's called FL Studio, and Constantin Koehncke, is the man responsible for shepherding the pioneeri

Nintendo’s Talking Flower got a small price cut
If you’re the type of person who could always use a little extra positive affirmation, or you have a weakness for weird gadgets, the Talking Flower might be of interest. I’m only kind of serious. The toy is based on a character from Super M

Score Summer-Ready Anker Accessories at Rare Low Prices This Weekend
Anker's Prime 3-in-1 Wireless Charging Station has dropped to $99.74 on Amazon, down from $149.99. This is one of Anker's newest accessories, and Amazon's sale today is a match of the all-time low price that we last tracked during Prime Day

Huawei Mate 80 series sales rapidly crossed 7.5 million units
Huawei Mate 80 series continues to surprise consumers with its sales figures, and the flagship lineup has now crossed 7.5 million units in the market. The top-end models are maintaining the lead in the smartphone sales segment, rivaling com
WhatsApp desktop turns your PC into a full messaging hub
WhatsApp's desktop app turns your Windows or Mac into a full messaging hub. You can link up to four devices at once, make voice and video calls straight from your webcam, and type on a real keyboard instead of a phone screen. Your phone onl

Galaxy Watch 8 turns into an even bigger bang for the buck after sweet discount
The watch is loaded with features and is the best choice for most Galaxy users.

‘The Mandalorian and Grogu’ Is Done, But Rotta the Hutt is Forever
It's time for you to be your own man and go trick-or-treating as Rotta the Hutt this Halloween.

Mamdani’s New Click-to-Cancel Rule Makes It Easier for New Yorkers to Cancel Subscriptions
"If you can sign up with one click, you can cancel with one click," said Mamdani.

OpenAI bets on families as ChatGPT goes deeper into households
ChatGPT is hiring a dedicated product manager to build experiences for families, caregivers, and older adults, according to a job posting.

OS 27 betas for all and everything else coming from Apple this month
Macworld For the last several years, July has been the same, in the Apple calendar. WWDC is long over, and the rush of hardware for the fall is still a couple of months away. That doesn’t mean there’s nothing exciting, though. After several

Huawei July 14 Global Event: These devices launching next week
Huawei will hold a grand-scale global event on July 14, launching incredible devices. The company has released many teasers hinting at what is new coming next week. But in case you have missed these pre-heating posters, here’s a list of all

Engadget review recap: Steam Machine, Samsung Music Studio 7, Oura Ring 5 and more
A roundup of recent reviews published by Engadget.

Razer’s Soma Chroma is the wireless RGB gaming chair your setup didn’t know it needed, and it’s way better than I expected
Razer’s Soma Chroma is a wireless RGB gaming chair powered by a simple USB‑C power bank, keeping your setup clean while adding reactive lighting to your entire battlestation. The real surprise is the comfort. Dual‑density foam, an ergonomic

Your Samsung Gallery won't be able to sync with Microsoft OneDrive soon
Your photos don't have to go home, but they can't stay here.

Narwal Freo Z10 Turbo Review: Midrange Vacuum, High-End Performance
Good autonomous vacuuming doesn't have to cost more than $1,000.

We explain why Cloud rebuild is one of Windows 11’s most important new features, and how it lets you recover your PC without a USB drive or complicated steps
Microsoft's Cloud rebuild for Windows 11 downloads a fresh installation and drivers from Windows Update. Here's how it works and what to know.

Bluesky has an official CEO again
Toni Schneider, who took over after Jay Graber stepped down, is now Bluesky's official CEO.

Honor on its way to challenge Huawei in wide foldable battle
Huawei has been a champion in the wide foldable phone battle for the past two years, but it seems Honor is planning to outperform Pura X Max with its own creation. The Magic phone maker is up with a broad folding device that could debut in

Vivo X300 Ultra Global Gets $300 Discount on Giztop
Vivo X300 Ultra Global Edition is now available at a discounted price, making the flagship smartphone more attractive for buyers looking for premium performance and photography. The device combines a high-resolution AMOLED display, Qualcomm

John Carmack responds to Microsoft laying off id Software staff, and his comments hit hard for fans who watched him help build DOOM from the ground up
In the wake of id Software's layoffs by Microsoft as part of its restructuring of Xbox's game studios, one of the studio's founders, John Carmack, took to social media to share his thoughts on the situation.

Engadget Indie Pitch: Penguin Colony
"You won't know until you do and then it is too late."

Belkin BoostCharge Pro 10K Apple Watch Power Bank review: The best Apple Watch charger yet?
Macworld At a glanceExpert's Rating Pros Apple Watch fast charge Can fast-charge two iPhones plus Watch 45W maximum output Battery display Cons Anker alternative is smaller Our Verdict With its higher USB-C power output and superior dual-iP
This MIT robot flies through the air then dives underwater using the same wings
Diving seabirds like puffins use their wings to both fly and swim, even though air and water behave very differently. "Thinking of a wing that could operate in both somewhat efficiently seems implausible," Zufferey tells NPR.Read Entire Art

Rollme launches AirCam, an open-ear headset with 8MP camera, AI translation & object recognition
Rollme has released the AirCam, a new wearable device that merges open-ear headphones with an 8-megapixel camera and AI voice features. It offers a different form factor for hands-free recording, opting for a wraparound headset design rathe

Spotify Release Radar's new personalization options improve your music recommendations
Spotify's Release Radar can now deliver more personalized music recommendations.

Huawei making real 5G comeback in global market with Pura 90s
Huawei is really making a true “5G” comeback on the global stage next week with the Pura 90s series. The company will launch its new-generation flagship camera smartphones on July 14, marking the return of its lost supremacy due to the US c
Samsung Galaxy A27 vs. Galaxy A37
We only recently finished reviewing the Galaxy A27. It had a pretty delayed launch compared to the rest of its Galaxy A family siblings, like the Galaxy A37, which came out all the way back in April. That's just one of the explanations for

HyperTexting Makes the Entire Web a Social Feed for Your Doomscrolling Pleasure
The endless web, no advertisements, algorithms, or AI slop.

‘I Want Everything Completely Uncensored’: Here’s What Grok Users Are Complaining About to the FTC
"The bank had no problem refunding the entire amount due to their own investigation on the situation as there has been a mass cancellation."

Who needs scalpers when GameStop is marking up Pokémon cards by more than 300 percent?
Is paying a reasonable price for colorful cardboard too much to ask?

OpenAI Responds After Being Sued by Apple
OpenAI has responded after being sued by Apple over alleged theft of the iPhone maker's trade secrets. "We have no interest in other companies' trade secrets," said OpenAI spokesperson Drew Pusateri. "We remain focused on building innovativ

What Is the Smartest Way to Power the AI Boom?
The power demand of AI data centers is only going to grow, so the U.S. energy grid needs to adapt—fast.

Palworld 1.0, Tiny Bookshop on mobile and other new indie games worth checking out
Our weekly roundup of the best new indie games is here.

Honor Magic 9 reportedly testing AI back screen technology
Honor Magic 9 series may show up in the market this October, and just like the digital N models – Honor 600, the flagship lineup may also debut with an AI-powered magnetic back screen. Yes, the company is reportedly testing a new cover disp

Galaxy S12+ real-life image confirms Samsung is saving the premium look for the Ultra
Samsung is gearing up to refresh its premium tablet lineup, and we just got our first real look at the upcoming Galaxy Tab S12+ through regulatory filings. The early glimpse gives us a solid preview of the front design, and it looks like Sa
Google Pixel Watch 5 Roundup: Everything We Know So Far
Google’s hardware events rarely come with surprises these days. The company has a well-documented history of its upcoming devices appearing online months before they are officially announced, and the Pixel Watch 5 is following that same pat
Deals: Nothing Phone (4b) goes on pre-order, Galaxy A57 and Realme 16 Pro+ stand in its way
Nothing unveiled the Nothing Phone (4b) earlier this week – this is the first (b) series phone, but it’s a mid-ranger not unlike the (a) series models. In fact, the (4a) is the better phone. The Nothing Phone (4b) has a 6.77” 1080p+ OLED di

Huawei rumored to launch new Enjoy phones next month
Rumors have it that Huawei will launch new Enjoy phones next month. While the details for the exact device names are missing from the frame, it hints that the company has many mysterious smartphones to unveil in the market in the coming mon

Your Mac doesn’t need another monthly bill to run Microsoft Office — own a license for $43
Macworld TL;DR: Get Microsoft Office Home & Business 2021 for Mac for just $42.97 (reg. $219) through July 19 and own Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and more with a lifetime license instead of a subscription. There’s no rule saying you h

Clean up your iPhone camera roll and save $75 on Cleaner Kit
Macworld TL;DR: Get Cleaner Kit for iPhone for $29.99, down from $104.97, and clear out duplicate photos, bulky videos, and other storage-hogging clutter. It doesn’t take long for an iPhone to fill up with screenshots, duplicate photos, for

AT&T settles lawsuit with employees for $184.1 million
A judge still needs to sign off on a $184.1 million settlement on a class-action suit between AT&T and some current and former employees.

A new Huawei Nova smartphone could debut by late July
Huawei launched the Nova 16 series last month, but it looks like the company has one more mid-range smartphone in the pipeline that could debut by late July. According to new information, the tech giant has an interesting device for its con
Samsung's Galaxy XR headset finally lands in the UK
After initially launching in Korea and the US, Samsung's Galaxy XR headset is now finally available in the UK as well, from Samsung’s online store. It's been up for pre-order over there since mid-June. You can buy one for a recommended reta

Huawei FreeClip 2 S Early Bird Offers: UK, Germany, Spain, and more
Huawei FreeClip 2 S will launch on July 14 on the global stage, and the OEM has started early bird offers for the new open-back earbuds in the UK, Germany, Spain, and more. One can register for these earphones and save extra bucks in advanc
Apple is suing OpenAI, alleging former employees stole trade secrets to build AI hardware
Apple has sued OpenAI for allegedly stealing its trade secrets to develop an AI-focused device and other hardware. Apple alleges that as over 400 former employees left to join the ChatGPT maker, many of them routinely accessed Apple's confi

Motorola reveals Edge 70 Max chipset, display and battery ahead of launch
Motorola is set to launch the Edge 70 Max smartphone on July 15 in India. Ahead of the reveal, the company has shared the core specifications of the phone through a listing on Flipkart. It confirms the phone will use a Qualcomm Snapdragon 8

Galaxy Z Fold 8, Fold 8 Ultra, Flip 8 US prices leaked: Ultra starts at $2099
With Samsung’s Galaxy Unpacked event just a few days away on July 22 in London, fresh leaks are giving us a clearer picture of what to expect from the next-generation foldables. The standard Galaxy Z Fold 8 (256GB) is expected to start at a
Lenovo shows the Legion Y700 Ultimate gaming tablet in a video
Earlier this month, Lenovo started teasing a new Legion gaming tablet with 5G support, revealing that its full announcement will take place in August. Today, the brand has showcased the device in the video you can see below. The tablet now

Honor wide foldable likely to sport ARRI-based triple camera setup
Honor has collaborated with ARRI – a German camera solution producer to use its imaging sensors for its top-end devices, and it seems the company will likely adopt some cutting-edge ARRI-backed camera capabilities for its first wide foldabl

Meta deactivates feature that let you generate AI images of any public Instagram account
Meta has deactivated the Muse Image capability to create AI deepfakes of any public Instagram account you @-mention.
Tecno Camon 50 Ultra's India launch date announced
The Tecno Camon 50 Ultra, unveiled in March, will make its debut in India on July 17. Tecno is advertising the Camon 50 Ultra in India as a smartphone "designed for creators, storytellers, and photography enthusiasts." The brand also says t

US cybersecurity agency CISA had to build its incident playbook during the incident, agency reveals
Independent cybersecurity journalist Brian Krebs reported in May that a security researcher with cyber firm GitGuardian alerted him to reams of exposed passwords stored in a publicly accessible GitHub repository, which an employee of a CISA

Phia accused of ‘cookie stuffing,’ taking affiliate credit on purchases it didn’t earn
Phia, the shopping startup founded by Bill Gates’ daughter, Phoebe, and her friend Sophia Kianni is under fire for a practice known as “cookie stuffing,” which helped the product receive commissions and credit for sales it did not actually
Google is changing a key Tensor G6 component that could make your Pixel 11 noticeably better
Pixel 11 Pro Fold FCC listing all but confirms Google is ditching Samsung for a key part of the Tensor G6 chipset.
Motorola's premium phones beat Pixel, iPhone for long-term battery health
Motorola's use of silicon-carbon batteries for its premium phones helps keep its handset cells healthy.

Meta removes controversial AI feature on Instagram after backlash
"Our intent was to provide a useful creative tool and to give people control over whether their public content could be referenced in this way," the company said in a blog post. "We've heard the feedback that this feature missed the mark, s

Two Apple Stores in U.S. Are Moving Soon
Two of Apple's retail stores in the U.S. will be relocating later this month, although they will only be a short distance from their existing locations. Apple Renaissance at Colony Park Apple Queens Center in Elmhurst, New York is moving to
European Commission says Instagram and Facebook's addictive design breaches the Digital Services Act
Today, the European Commission (EC) has announced that it has preliminarily found Meta in breach of the EU's Digital Services Act for what it calls "the addictive design of Instagram and Facebook". Specifically, its investigation focuses on

Galaxy Z Fold 8 and Z Fold 8 Ultra US prices leak, and it’s not all bad news
Samsung may handle the price hikes for its foldables much better than feared.
Pixel 11 Pro Fold FCC Filing Hints at Google Finally Dropping Samsung Exynos Modem
The post Pixel 11 Pro Fold FCC Filing Hints at Google Finally Dropping Samsung Exynos Modem appeared first on Android Headlines.

Apple just sued OpenAI over an alleged trade secrets scheme
A familiar former Apple exec is accused of running it from the inside.

iOS 27: What's New With the Mail App
Apple's Mail app is getting some useful updates in iOS 27, with Apple making big improvements to search and introducing new AI features. Search ‌iOS 27‌ has an overhauled search system that extends to the Mail app. Instead of surf

Back to Cable? Netflix Considers Always-On Channels to Keep You Watching
The post Back to Cable? Netflix Considers Always-On Channels to Keep You Watching appeared first on Android Headlines.

Bluesky’s interim CEO, Toni Schneider, drops the ‘interim’
Schneider, who formerly served as the CEO of Automattic and is a partner at True Ventures, says he is "all in" on the unconventional social media platform.

It’s becoming harder to recommend the iPhone 18 or Galaxy S27 for precisely one reason
You should get the iPhone 18 Pro or the Galaxy S27 Ultra when they come out, says everyone. But should you?

Apple calls OpenAI's hardware business 'rotten to its core' in trade secret theft lawsuit
The lawsuit also names io Products, the hardware company led by Jony Ive.

T-Mobile just revealed its next T-Life move, and I don't love what it means for your data
T-Mobile calls it personalization. Its own track record says otherwise.
Verizon will provide 5G connectivity services for new BMW vehicles in the US
KDDI, which is a company that provides IoT services and connected experiences to its OEM partners, has a partnership with BMW Group. KDDI, on the other hand, also has a long-standing relationship with Verizon, which in turn provides 5G and

Apple Accuses OpenAI of Stealing Confidential iPhone Blueprints for its Own AI Hardware
The post Apple Accuses OpenAI of Stealing Confidential iPhone Blueprints for its Own AI Hardware appeared first on Android Headlines.

Razer Found a New Way to Print Money: Cinnamoroll Gaming Headphones
There's also a Cinnamoroll-themed gaming chair, keyboard, mouse, and mouse pad.

Mamdani announces new Click-to-Cancel rule for New York City
The rule revives a proposed FTC protection that was abandoned last year.

Apple sues OpenAI over alleged trade secret theft
Apple alleges the misconduct was directed by OpenAI's senior leadership, including a longtime former employee.

2006 Cyberdeck Running Modern Linux
Running Debian 12 on a 2006 Sony VAIO UX.

Samsung's Voice Recorder Tackles Bad Text Transcripts with a Cloud AI Upgrade
The post Samsung's Voice Recorder Tackles Bad Text Transcripts with a Cloud AI Upgrade appeared first on Android Headlines.

Lilbits: Punkt MC03 Google-free Android phone now shipping, AYANEO Pocket Micro 2 goes up for pre-order (again)
Earlier this year, Punkt introduced a new smartphone with a privacy-focused, Google-free, Android-based operating system called AphyOS. Now it’s shipping. And last month, AYANEO launched a pocket-sized handheld game console… which sold out

Apple Sues OpenAI for Stealing Trade Secrets to Build AI Hardware
Apple today accused OpenAI of stealing Apple trade secrets and intellectual property in its effort to develop an AI hardware device. In a lawsuit filed with the Northern District of California, Apple said it uncovered evidence of a months-l

OpenAI's browser isn't dead, it just moved to the ChatGPT app
Let's be real, OpenAI isn't giving up on the browser market, it is just changing its strategy.
iPhone Ultra battery capacity leaks
According to Digital Chat Station on Weibo, one of Apple's usual battery suppliers just had a pair of batteries certified together, which means they are intended for a foldable smartphone (since these have split batteries due to the form fa

Google Photos to Help You Get High-Quality Screenshots from Videos
The post Google Photos to Help You Get High-Quality Screenshots from Videos appeared first on Android Headlines.

"We still have the crew we need": Xbox's DOOM dev id Software responds to layoffs, assures fans "we're going to keep building the great games and tech"
Xbox's DOOM studio id Software has officially responded to cuts at the developer, promising players that it will go on and continue working on new games.

The Meta Glasses backlash is changing how (or if) people use them
Backlash online is changing how (or if) people wear Meta's smart glasses.

iPhone Ultra Dual Battery Setup Reportedly Totals Less Than the iPhone 18 Pro Max
The post iPhone Ultra Dual Battery Setup Reportedly Totals Less Than the iPhone 18 Pro Max appeared first on Android Headlines.

StubHub CEO is helping fund mass scalpers on his own platform
Stubhub CEO Eric Baker is pouring millions of dollars into the ticket-scalping market, CBC reports.

Top Stories: 'iPhone Ultra' and Apple TV Rumors, iOS 27 Beta 3, and More
Apple's annual iPhone event is just two months away, but we're still not quite clear on when and in what quantities the new foldable "iPhone Ultra" will be available. It sounds like we could end up in a situation similar to that of the iPho

Friday Android app deals and freebies: ScourgeBringer, Greak, Egg Journey, more
Your afternoon lineup of the best Android game and app deals is now here, including titles like ScourgeBringer, Greak: Memories of Azur, Tower Defense Legend 5 Pro, Escape Alive, Egg Journey, FrogBoy, and more. Just be sure to check out Sam
Instagram is using your iPhone images to make AI slop. Here’s how to stop it
Macworld Editor’s note: On Friday afternoon, Meta announced that the feature to generate images in Meta AI by @mentioning public Instagram accounts is no longer available. Meta released the following statement: Earlier this week, we announc
Steam now has 50% more users than PlayStation, and Sony's own decisions might be pushing more players there
Shawn Layden recently said that bringing PlayStation games to PC was never about money. However, newer estimates of Steam's user base could put the former Sony executive's comments in a different perspective. Companies that do business with
Netflix is once again offering free trials
Netflix is once again offering free trials. These vary in length from 7 to 30 days, depending on user and not necessarily location. Even so, if you try visiting in an incognito browser window or clearing cookies beforehand, you may get offe

"Our next steps are to mobilize": Bethesda union members are protesting Xbox's layoffs with a 'Save Our Devs' march next week after 440 ZeniMax cuts
Union workers at Bethesda are marching against Xbox layoffs at ZeniMax studios next week during a protest that will be held across four cities.

Flaunt Just Recalled Its MagSafe Battery Charger Over Fire and Burn Hazards
The post Flaunt Just Recalled Its MagSafe Battery Charger Over Fire and Burn Hazards appeared first on Android Headlines.
Federal Reserve taps Xbox CEO Asha Sharma to lead jobs task force days after Microsoft laid off 3,200 people
The Productivity and Jobs panel is one of five new task forces created by Federal Reserve Chairman Kevin Warsh to examine areas central to monetary policy. The others will focus on communications, balance sheet policy, economic data, and in

EU Regulators Claim Instagram and Facebook Are Legally 'Addictive' and Demand a Redesign
The post EU Regulators Claim Instagram and Facebook Are Legally 'Addictive' and Demand a Redesign appeared first on Android Headlines.

Filing: College app Fizz accuses VC of sharing confidential startup information with rival Sidechat
Fizz has expanded its lawsuit against rival Sidechat, alleging that a Maveron VC shared its confidential information obtained during a fundraising meeting with the competing startup.

Apple TV this week: ‘Silo’ season 3 and ‘Trying’ season 5 are now streaming
Macworld What’s new on Apple TV? What are the best shows and movies? How do you sign up and what does it cost? This article will answer all of that, and you’ll also get a list of all the currently-available Apple TV content. There’s also a

Bigme HiBreak Dual 2 smartphone with E Ink and LCD screens hits Kickstarter for $599 and up
The Bigme HiBreak Dual 2 is a smartphone with a 6.13 inch E Ink display. It’s also a phone with a 5 inch LCD display on the other side. In other words, you get all the benefits of E Ink (high contrast, low power consumption, sunlight visibl

Huawei’s Next-Gen Foldable Laptop Already in the Works Despite RAMmageddon
The post Huawei’s Next-Gen Foldable Laptop Already in the Works Despite RAMmageddon appeared first on Android Headlines.

SK Hynix raises $26.5B in the biggest foreign IPO in US history, is urged to build new US fabs
The AI chip boom just produced its biggest Wall Street moment yet. Now SK Hynix and Samsung are being asked to build U.S. factories.

A new app, HyperTexting, turns the open web into a scrollable social media-like feed
HyperTexting's new app aims to make the open web feel more like social media by turning websites, blogs, newsletters, and podcasts into a scrollable feed, while also making it easier to post to your own website.

‘Magic Pointer’ app for Googlebooks released to Play Store
As we wait for more Googlebook details this fall, Google has released a “Magic Pointer” app to the Play Store.
Samsung’s Galaxy Z Fold8, Fold8 Ultra and Flip8 emerge ahead of launch
Samsung’s highly anticipated trio of foldables has emerged ahead of launch in their home market of South Korea. A Reddit user posted an image which showcases the Fold8 front and center, surrounded by the Z Flip8 on the left and Z Fold8 Ultr
Nvidia's rumored GeForce RTX 5090 SE promises flagship power for $500 less, if you can find one
Based on Nvidia's Blackwell graphics architecture, the RTX 5090 SE will reportedly use a cut-down version of the GB202 die, the same silicon found in the standard RTX 5090. It is rumored to feature 14,080 CUDA cores, roughly 33 percent fewe

China is catching up to Elon Musk’s reusable rockets
China's state-owned space company recovered its first orbital rocket booster after launch.

Best time to buy an iPhone in 2026: When prices drop & which model to buy
Macworld If you’re planning to buy a new iPhone, timing your purchase can save you hundreds of pounds or dollars. There are certain times of the year when buying a new iPhone is a bad idea, and others when you can pick up a bargain. While A

Apple Watch Accounts for 90% of AI Smartwatch Shipments
Apple accounted for roughly 90% of all Edge AI-capable smartwatch shipments in the first quarter of 2026, according to new data from Counterpoint Research. That dominance came as Edge AI penetration across the broader smartwatch market grew

Apple Arcade in July: Four new games added to the service this month
Macworld Gaming subscription services are all the rage now, but Apple Arcade isn’t a little different from the likes of PlayStation Plus, EA Play, or Xbox Game Pass. If you’ve got questions about it, we’ve got plenty of answers. Updated Jul

Disney+ is considering a free streaming tier, report says
The launch of free content would allow Disney+ to better compete with free services like YouTube and Tubi, which are capturing a growing share of consumers’ viewing time.

Google Might Let You Turn Off Android Halo to Keep Clean Your Status Bar
The post Google Might Let You Turn Off Android Halo to Keep Clean Your Status Bar appeared first on Android Headlines.

Dell gives PC gamers and workers a break with these discounted laptops, desktops, and monitors — starting below $1,000
Dell is offering a selection of highly advanced PC devices, from gaming laptops to workhorse desktop towers, with a wide variety of discount deals for a limited time.
The MacRumors Show: Goodbye MacBook Pro? MacBook Ultra Is Coming
On this week's episode of The MacRumors Show, we discuss the future of Apple's increasingly tangled high-end MacBook lineup, including the entry-level MacBook Pro and the rumored "MacBook Ultra." Subscribe to The MacRumors Show YouTube chan

Samsung Wants to Convince You to Buy a Foldable, and Unpacked Is Two Weeks Away
The post Samsung Wants to Convince You to Buy a Foldable, and Unpacked Is Two Weeks Away appeared first on Android Headlines.
SK Hynix raises $26.5 billion in massive US share offering
According to the BBC, it's the largest ever listing by a foreign company in the US.Read Entire Article

Dumb Co dared me to trade my iPhone for a hacked flip phone
Dumb Co sells flip phones that sync to your smartphone, bridging the infinite connectivity of the iPhone and the unrealistic limitations of an early 2000s relic.

What went wrong with OnePlus? [Video]
From a darling of the early Android era to a husk on the brink of becoming completely irrelevant, just what went wrong for OnePlus?

Google Photos Really Wants You to Use CapCut for Video Editing
The post Google Photos Really Wants You to Use CapCut for Video Editing appeared first on Android Headlines.

Deals: Galaxy Buds 4 Pro, rare Logitech MX Master 4 deal, Bose speaker $150 off, Anker chargers, more
Alongside the Amazon Anker summer sale loaded with chargers and accessories from $8, today’s 9to5Toys Lunch Break is headlined by a chance to land a pair of SoundLink Max Bluetooth Speaker and the QuietComfort Ultra Headphones at $80 off. H
Tiny11 trims Windows 11 down to 8GB, no bloat included
Tiny11 is built from Windows 11 25H2, but strips out Copilot, Teams, OneDrive, and Edge, cutting the install down to about 8GB, while still activating with a normal Windows 10 or 11 key. It's ideal for reviving an older laptop, running in a

Apple Reportedly Still Torn Between Liquid Metal and 3D Printing for the iPhone Ultra's Hinge
The post Apple Reportedly Still Torn Between Liquid Metal and 3D Printing for the iPhone Ultra's Hinge appeared first on Android Headlines.

Microsoft’s emissions just jumped 25% because AI datacenters are exploding in size, and dropping renewable credits finally exposed how much power the company is burning to fuel its AI ambitions
While some claimed Microsoft emissions hit 34 million metric tons, the raw data shows actual emissions were much less. It was still a 25% increase, but there's important context missing.
Nvidia launches GeForce Trading Cards to get gamers to love it again
If you're a gamer, Nvidia would like you to know that it still cares about you despite the fact that it's been a bit busy with AI stuff these past few years. To that effect, the company has now announced the GeForce Trading Cards Series 1,

Oratomic raises $300M to build a viable quantum computer that needs only 20K qubits
The massive round was co-led by ARCH Venture Partners, Spark Capital, and Khosla Ventures.

Netflix could be planning ‘always-on’ live TV channels
Amid signs of slowing engagement, Netflix is reportedly considering launching "always-on" live channels, giving subscribers something to tune into 24/7.

Samsung Voice Recorder app to get cloud transcription, UI tweaks in future update
With One UI 9 set to make its official debut later this month alongside Samsung's new foldables, many of the company's first-party apps are nearing their final form. Samsung has already updated several apps for One UI 9, with some changes a
Ubisoft defends $85 day-one DLC after AC Black Flag Resynced gets review-bombed
Black Flag Resynced currently has a Mostly Positive rating on Steam, but the huge amount of launch-day DLC resulted in the game being review-bombed into a Mostly Negative rating, with many noting that buying all the day-one extra content co

iPhone 18 Pro Max Component Costs Could Rise Nearly $300
The bill of materials for the iPhone 18 Pro Max is expected to rise by nearly $300 compared to the iPhone 17 Pro Max, according to a new Counterpoint Research analysis. The estimate covers the 1TB storage model. NAND flash costs for the dev
What was the first consumer device powered by a Li-ion battery?
Lithium-ion batteries changed tech forever, but the first consumer device to use one may surprise you.Read Entire Article

EU threatens Meta with fines over addictive features on Facebook and Instagram
The tech giant is in breach of the Digital Services Act by focusing on features like infinite scroll, autoplay, push notifications, and the highly personalized recommendation algorithms, the European Commission said.
Phone Comparisons: Google Pixel 10 Pro XL vs Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max
The post Phone Comparisons: Google Pixel 10 Pro XL vs Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max appeared first on Android Headlines.

Florida ransomware negotiator convicted for helping ransomware gang extort US companies
A third ransomware negotiator has been jailed for helping a notorious ransomware group extort American victim companies into paying the hackers.

This tiny 45W Anker plug is made for your iPhone for just $26 (35% off)
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iPhone 18 Pro Max Could Get $200 Pricier as Manufacturing Costs Reportedly Jump Nearly $300
The post iPhone 18 Pro Max Could Get $200 Pricier as Manufacturing Costs Reportedly Jump Nearly $300 appeared first on Android Headlines.
Data shows physical PlayStation games can be up to 90% cheaper than their digital versions
Dutch price tracker Tweakers recently compared the price histories of physical and digital versions of several PlayStation games. Unsurprisingly, retail copies are often dozens of euros cheaper, even without counting the used market.Read En

Foldable iPhone’s battery could be bigger than the Galaxy Z Fold 8
2026 will be an interesting year for foldable smartphones. Apple is reportedly set to launch its first foldable smartphone, tentatively called the iPhone Ultra, in September. Samsung, meanwhile, is expected to unveil two new book-style fold

Is the Galaxy Z Flip 8 really going to be the last of its kind from Samsung?
Samsung reincarnated the flip phones of old with the Galaxy Z Flip series. It played on the nostalgia really well, but it seems that in recent years that excitement has faded. This has naturally led to rumors that Samsung is moving away fro
This new, ridiculously thin magnetic power bank fits the Pixel 10 perfectly [Gallery]
Baseus has officially launched its new PicoGo Air magnetic power bank. It’s ridiculously thin and just so happens to fit Pixel 10 like a glove. Here’s how to save over 30% on one.
FCC approves giant mirror satellite designed to beam sunlight to Earth after dark
Back in July 2025, Reflect Orbital submitted an application to launch Eärendil-1, a demonstration satellite designed to test whether sunlight can be redirected from orbit onto specific locations on Earth. The FCC has now granted the satelli

US government wants Samsung to make more memory chips in the country
Memory chip supply has become a significant bottleneck in the AI infrastructure build-out. They're in extremely short supply and there are really only three companies in the world that can do something about this. Samsung is one of those co

EU: Facebook and Instagram's Infinite Scroll May Break Digital Rules
Meta has been warned by the European Commission that its endlessly scrolling Facebook and Instagram feeds may violate the EU's new Digital Services Act rules. In preliminary findings published on Friday, the Commission said that its investi

Should you buy the MacBook Air now or wait?
Macworld As of July 2026, it’s an excellent time to buy a MacBook Air, although not as good as if you were buying before June 25 when Apple increased prices by $200/£200 for each model. Apple refreshed the lineup in March 2026 with the new
The EU just revived a law that lets Meta and Google scan your messages – critics call it mass surveillance
Europe's Parliament voted on Thursday to reinstate legislation that allows companies such as Google, Meta, and other digital communication providers to voluntarily scan messages, emails, photos, and other files for illegal content. Supporte

Best USB-C and Thunderbolt cables for iPhone, iPad and Mac for 2026
Macworld USB-C is the modern connection standard shared by most new devices today. It comes in several different formats—USB-C, USB4 and Thunderbolt—but they all have the same reversible connector at the end and are interchangeable and back

OpenAI's ChatGPT Atlas Browser Is Shutting Down
OpenAI says it is shuttering its ChatGPT Atlas browser. When it was released last October, the company said the agentic browser was designed around the question "What if you could chat with your web browser?" The query was at least novel, b

Samsung brings Eclipsa Audio to its video streaming service
Google and Samsung launched Eclipsa Audio last year to rival Dolby Atmos. However, until now, YouTube was the only video streaming service to support the new spatial audio format. Samsung is now bringing Eclipsa Audio to its own ad-supporte

Level up your Mac with these 6 Apple accessory alternatives
Macworld For many users, Apple’s own accessories are the first and last peripherals they get for their desktop computer. That’s understandable: you can buy a Magic Keyboard and/or Magic Mouse at the same time as your new Mac, and if you’re
Redditor finds "16TB SSD" for $30 that was actually a microSD card with weights glued on
User u/Hartkralle wrote in the r/pcmasterrace subreddit that when he comes across these scam listings and buys the items on offer, he gets his money back from eBay after reporting them and the platform closes the account.Read Entire Article

Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra will be Samsung’s best foldable yet, so why am I not buying it?
I’ve always been a fan of Samsung’s Galaxy S Ultra lineup. Like many Samsung fans, I see it as the company’s ultimate smartphone. It has everything I want from a flagship: a large display, a big battery, Samsung’s fastest charging speeds, e

As physical media fades, Windows 11’s Cloud rebuild shows how tech giants should handle user choice
Windows 11 is testing a new Cloud rebuild feature to reset your PC without a USB drive. Microsoft added the feature to Windows 11 rather than forcing a cloud-first future on us. I wish Sony would get the memo.

Ubisoft rewards its Barcelona branch for Assassin's Creed Black Flag: Resynced's strong launch with 51 employee layoffs
According to an exclusive report from Insider Gaming, Ubisoft Barcelona has laid off 51 of its staff in the wake of Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced's launch.
Apple Reportedly Slashes iPhone 17 Demand Forecast Amid Rising Costs
Apple has significantly lowered its demand expectations for the standard iPhone 17 because of rising hardware costs, a Chinese leaker claimed today. According to the account "Fixed Focus Digital" on Weibo, some production lines for the stan

The Windows Central Podcast breaks down the Copilot OS leaks, the latest Microsoft layoffs, and what all of this means for the future of Windows and the company’s AI strategy
On this week's episode: Daniel, Zac and Jez discuss the Microsoft's big wave of layoffs and how it impacts Xbox, the recent Copilot OS leaked, and a recap on where things stand with Surface.
Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced: 50 GPU Benchmark
How demanding is Assassin's Creed Black Flag Resynced? We benchmarked 50 graphics cards across multiple settings, resolutions, ray tracing modes, and upscaling presets.Read Entire Article

Best MacBook Neo deals: Where to buy Apple’s cheapest MacBook
Macworld Best MacBook Neo deals July 2026 These are the MacBook Neo recommendations we would confidently give to our own friends and family. They are based on the best prices right now at hundreds of resellers of Apple products. U.S deal: $

A mad gaming genius managed to recreate Minecraft on the Game Boy Color and even the original Game Boy — because why not?
Game of Tobi, a YouTuber who has specialized in getting modern games to work on old gaming handhelds like the Game Boy Advance, has released a video detailing his latest project: a playable version of Minecraft on the original Game Boy

Best iPad Deals right now: iPad, iPad Air, iPad Pro & iPad mini discounts
Macworld The best iPad deals of July 2026 Best U.S. deals: $150 off iPad Pro, 13-inch, M5, 2TB at Amazon $118 off iPad Pro, 11-inch, M5, 2TB at Amazon Best U.K. deals: £100 off iPad mini., 256GB at Amazon Whether you’re buying your first iP

What's going on with Xbox's id Software? Here's why rumors of the DOOM studio's impending demise are completely premature.
While brutal, the cuts to id Software have been aggressively exaggerated in the wider discourse. From what I've learned, I'm confident the legendary DOOM studio will endure — id Tech as well.

Samsung could use third-party display components in some Galaxy S27 phones
Samsung usually uses in-house display driver ICs (DDIs) in its high-end Galaxy S and Galaxy Z series phones. However, due to rising component costs, especially memory chips, Samsung MX (Mobile eXperience) is reportedly considering using thi

iPhone 18 and iPhone 18e: What to expect from the spring 2027 launch
Macworld For years, Apple has followed a predictable iPhone launch schedule, introducing new iPhones in September – the standard model and the Pro model. In the spring, Apple often releases a less expensive phone – previously the “SE” iPhon

Samsung could soon display desktop OLED panel with 1,400 nits brightness
The Video Electronics Standards Association (VESA) has announced a new display brightness certification tier called DisplayHDR True Black 1400. Samsung Display could soon unveil a desktop-grade OLED panel that meets this new certification.

Are these the first Galaxy Z Flip 8, Fold 8, and Fold 8 Ultra live images?
Just a couple of weeks before Samsung’s next Galaxy Unpacked event, where the company is expected to announce its new foldable phones and smartwatches, an image has surfaced online that allegedly offers the first live look at the Galaxy Z F

More info about Galaxy Watch Ultra 2’s Snapdragon chip appears
Qualcomm announced its first Snapdragon Wear Elite chip for smartwatches a few months ago and revealed that Motorola and Samsung would be among its launch partners. That strongly hinted at Samsung using the chip in the Galaxy Watch Ultra 2.
Space Marine 2 sold million of copies, and now Saber Interactive has to turn down projects
Since Warhammer 40,000: Space Marine 2 sold millions of copies, Saber Interactive has become one of the most in-demand studios for building new games around established IPs – so in demand, according to Willits, that the company has had to t
Google starts rolling out local Documents backup on Android, lets you turn off SMS & RCS
Following Android’s backup policy change this week, Google is rolling out new settings to control whether SMS, MMS, and RCS messages are backed up. Additionally, Android is beginning to introduce local Documents backup.

"I have no idea how they'll continue": Bethesda dev is worried Xbox layoffs could end Fallout 76 updates without help from "an external studio"
Microsoft's cuts at Xbox and Bethesda have one developer worried that the studio won't be able to continue updating Fallout 76 without outside help.

Google might rebrand Pixel Magic Cue as Gemini ‘Proactive Assistance’
With the Pixel 10 series last year, Google introduced Magic Cue to “proactively surface relevant info and suggest helpful actions when you need them.” It now appears that Google is planning to rebrand Magic Cue and put the functionality und

iPhone 18 Pro & Pro Max leaks: All the biggest rumors so far
Macworld The iPhone 18 Pro and Pro Max are expected to launch in September 2026 featuring several cutting-edge hardware advancements, including the debut of Apple’s C2 modem, and a shift to a 2nm manufacturing process for the A20 Pro chip.

Today’s Android app deals and freebies: Outliver, Dealer’s Life, Zero Stress King, more
Your Thursday lineup of the best Android game and app deals is now ready to roll, including titles like Outliver: Tribulation, Aces of the Luftwaffe Premium, 1944 Burning Bridges Premium, Dealer’s Life Legend, Clouds & Sheep Premium, Zero S

Windows now uses AI to find and help fix vulnerabilities, but it's not replacing humans
Microsoft is deploying a massive multi-agent AI system called MDASH to defend Windows.

"This has had a crushing effect on morale": The Elder Scrolls 6 devs fear Microsoft's Xbox layoffs at Bethesda will cause delays and crunch for the RPG
Bethesda devs on The Elder Scrolls 6 say that Microsoft's Xbox layoffs will have a "substantial and cascading effect" on the studio and the upcoming RPG.

Crowdfunding begins for Open Book Touch, an open source eReader
The Open Book Touch is an eBook reader with a small, front-lit E ink display, a microSD card slot for storage, and support for EPUB and TXT files. But what really makes it different from most eReaders is that it’s a fully open source device

Google asks for Gemini app feedback & details top 10 requests
Yesterday, Google’s Josh Woodward asked for what fixes Gemini app users want. The Gemini lead today identified the top 10 requests and Google’s progress.

Samsung boosts Galaxy S26 production on the fears of more expensive sequels
As RAMageddon rages on, Samsung is reportedly boosting production of its existing Galaxy S26 series to meet growing demand as customers hope to buy devices before price hikes and more expensive sequels.

Deals: S26 Ultra + Galaxy Buds 4 Pro $325 off, Copilot+ and gaming laptops up to $900 off, Anker display charger, more
Today’s 9to5Toys Lunch Break is headlined by Galaxy S26 Ultra bundled with Galaxy Buds 4 Pro at $325 off straight from Samsung. Best Buy is also knocking up to $900 off Windows Copilot+ PCs/gaming laptops for back-to-school from $300 alongs

REAL 3D Minecraft on the GameBoy!
In this Video I show my version of 3D Minecraft on the GameBoy color and GameBoy

MINISFORUM MS-03 is a compact Panther Lake PC with 10 Gigabit LAN and a PCIe slot
Chinese mini PC maker MINISFORUM unveiled its first mini PC with an Intel Core Ultra (Series 3) “Panther Lake” processor during CES: the upcoming MINISFORUM M2 Pro is a small computer with support for up to an Intel Core Ultra X9 388H proce

Against all odds, Palworld 1.0 proves that Pocketpair has built the ultimate Pokémon alternative and Nintendo should be very worried
Palworld 1.0 drops tomorrow! A hype new trailer shows exactly why Nintendo should be quaking.

Meta fixed its smart glasses privacy light problem, just in time for always-on model to reportedly not use it
In a case of hilarious timing – you know, in a dystopian kind of way – a new report details Meta’s forthcoming “super sensing” smart glasses that would have microphones and cameras that are constantly active, right as the company has fixed

Samsung shares first official glimpse at wide Galaxy Z Fold 8, with Spider-Man’s help
Samsung has dropped a new Galaxy Z Fold 8 teaser, offering a quick glimpse of the wider new form factor with the help of everyone’s favorite public menace.

Google Chrome 150 for Android adds dedicated back button
The latest version of Google Chrome is widely rolling out today with a dedicated back button and other small interface tweaks.

Why is the Google Store selling a Galaxy Watch 8?
A rather unexpected Play Store promotion today sees the Google Store sell you a Samsung Galaxy Watch 8.

Nvidia Shield TV (2019) appears to have been quietly discontinued, maybe
It seems that the 7-year-old but still-latest Nvidia Shield TV model has been quietly discontinued, but one still remains.

First Google Home Speaker update ‘improves network traffic,’ rolling out now
Google is rolling out the first post-launch firmware update for the Home Speaker, with other devices also getting this improvement.

Asus ROG GR70 is a small, powerful, and expensive gaming PC
The Asus ROG GR70 is a mini PC with the guts of a high-performance gaming laptop including support for up to an AMD Ryzen 9 995HX3D processor and NVIDIA GeForce RTX 5070 mobile graphics. And the system supports up to 96GB of DDR5-5600 memor

Nothing Phone 4b Review | What's Changed vs 4a?
Reviewing the Nothing Phone 4b after using as my full-time smartphone for a week. I've thoroughly tested the camera tech, battery life, gaming performance etc, so here's how the Nothing Phone 4b compares vs the 4a, and which is worth your money. Also includes bonus unboxing!

Lilbits: Flipper Zero’s firmware future, a new Linux gaming laptop, an E Ink monitor, and AMD’s pricey Ryzen Halo mini PC
Shortly after launching a new thin and light Linux laptop with an Intel Panther Lake processor, Linux PC company System76 is preparing to launch… another notebook that could be described the same way. But the updated System76 Adder Pro also

I Built a Tablet From a Broken Phone!
I Built a Tablet From a Broken Phone! Most people would throw away a phone with a broken screen, but I wanted to see if it could become something completely different. In this video, I turn a damaged smartphone into a fully working DIY Tablet, using recycled parts, a larger display, and a lot of experimentation.

PocketMage PDA with E Ink screen and QWERTY keyboard hits crowdfunding for $185 and up
The PocketMage PDA is a pocket-sized gadget that looks a bit like a tiny laptop. It has a clamshell design featuring a 3.1 inch E Ink display on top and a QWERTY keyboard for thumb typing, along with a smaller 1.8 inch OLED secondary screen

The PlayStation Was Capable of This All Along?
Can you really upgrade the original PlayStation from just 2MB of RAM to 16MB? In this video, we install an incredible new PS1 16MB RAM mod created by TunerTom, explore how it works, test it on real hardware, and see what kinds of new possibilities it unlocks for PlayStation homebrew, game ports, and future hardware upgrades. We also take a look at examples like to see how additional memory can be put to use.

Memory is too expensive so I made my own
I may have gone a bit overboard... well... 64 bits overboard actually.

Beelink launches EQi Wildcat Lake mini PC for $509 and up
The Beelink EQi is a mini PC that sort of blurs the lines between a budget and premium device. It has two Thunderbolt 4 ports, multiple storage options, an integrated 85W power supply, and two LAN ports: one with support for 10 Gigabit spee

GMK EVO-X3 with Ryzen AI Max+ 395 and 128GB RAM now available for $3600 and up
The GMK EVO-X3 is a slim desktop computer that packs a lot of power into a compact design. With an AMD Ryzen AI Max+ 395 processor featuring Radeon 8060S discrete-class graphics, 128GB of RAM with 256GB/s bandwidth, and a robust set of port

MacBook Neo vs. Air vs. Pro (Lab Tested)
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Sanctuary is a simple jailbreak tool for (some) Kindle devices
Amazon’s Kindle eReaders are primarily made for reading eBooks purchased from Amazon, although you can also use them to read media borrowed for free from libraries, or DRM-free content from other sources. But if you want to read eBooks in u

AOOSTAR GODY is a small gaming PC with better-than Steam Machine graphics and $849 starting price (for a barebones model)
The AOOSTAR GODY is a small desktop computer with the specs of a decent gaming laptop (from a few years ago). Inside its 200 x 193 x 80mm (7.9″ x 7.6″ x 3.1″) chassis, the computer houses a 55-watt AMD Ryzen 9 7940HX, 16-core, 32-thread Dra

Amazon quietly launches Fire HD 10 tablet with 4GB of RAM
Amazon hasn’t released a new Fire tablet since 2024, when the company launched the latest Fire HD 8. But, as spotted by AFTVNews, the company recently launched a new version of an existing tablet with a slight upgrade. You can now pick up a

Lilbits: Asahi Linux release fix for booting Linux on macOS 27, Surface Go is going away, and Sony announces plans to stop making PlayStation game discs
When Apple was shipping computers with Intel processors, there were plenty of ways to install Linux on a Mac. But things got a lot trickier when the company began to switch to its own Arm-based processors around six years ago. The folks at

System76 Lemur Pro Linux laptop refresh brings Intel Panther Lake and two screen sizes: 14 or 16 inches
The System76 Lemur Pro is a thin and light Linux laptop that’s been around in one form or another for about six years. But this year System76 is bringing the biggest updates to its little laptop yet… in more ways than one. First of all, the

This Game Boy emulator for the M5PaperS3 runs at 60 FPS on an E Ink screen
Over the past few years we’ve seen a bunch of companies deliver E Ink tablets and monitors that use software tricks to deliver high screen refresh rates. But there’s usually a price to pay: the closer you get to 60 fps, the more ghosting an

RootBoard is a Raspberry Pi-powered handheld PC with a 3.5 inch screen, 70-key keyboard (crowdfunding)
The RootBoard is a handheld computer kit with a 3.5 inch color display, a 70-key thumb keyboard complete with function keys, and a built-in speaker plus what looks like a decent set of ports for such a small computer. RootBoard designer Dia

Lilbits: Clicks Communicator, another use for the Anbernic RG Rotate, and two tiny operating systems
The Clicks Communicator is a modern smartphone that borrows some ideas from classic BlackBerry phones. Made by the same folks behind the Clicks keyboard cases for existing phones, the company’s first full-fledged phone has a square screen,

GPD Win Max 3 is a mini laptop for work and play with AMD Strix Halo and a removable battery. with a removable
The GPD Win Max 3 is a mini-laptop that packs a lot of horsepower into a compact design. With a 9.06 inch display and a nearly full-sized keyboard and Precision touchpad, it’s a little laptop you can use for productivity on the go. But remo

REDMAGIC Astra 2 is a gaming tablet with a 185 Hz OLED display and liquid cooling
REDMAGIC’s latest gaming tablet features a 9.06 inch, 2.4K OLED display with a 185 Hz refresh rate, a Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 processor, support for up to 16GB of RAM and 1TB of storage, and an active liquid cooling system. Debuti

Commodore Callback 8020 flip phone with Sailfish OS now available for pre-order
The Commodore Callback 8020 might be one of the strangest phones of the year so far. The company now calling itself Commodore is leaning into the nostalgia of its name with a handset designed to look like a 20-year old flip phone. But while
