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Gemini 3.5 Pro delays due to coding performance, upgraded Flash model in testing
In mid-May, Google announced Gemini 3.5 Flash at I/O 2026 and said the Pro version would arrive in June. On stage, Google said it was “showing great improvements.” That deadline has passed with no update on when to expect it.

'Stargate' $16B AI Data Center Project Just United Left and Right in Protest
The post 'Stargate' $16B AI Data Center Project Just United Left and Right in Protest appeared first on Android Headlines.

Marvel Comics Finally Has a New Editor-in-Chief
Stephen Wacker is taking over for the controversial C.B. Cebulski, who's held the gig since 2017.
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Change these 5 Google Wallet settings and stop wasting time at checkout
Make some simple changes to spend less time in line paying for stuff.

Fedora quietly turned into a serious gaming distro while everyone argued about Ubuntu
Fedora has transformed the Linux gaming sphere without making a name for itself

What's The Fastest Charging Speed For An iPad?
Charging up your iPad can sometimes feel like it takes forever. But new fast charging technology is starting to make that change. But there's a trick to it.
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Samsung's new ad “explains” why Spider-Man uses a Galaxy Z Flip 8 in Brand New Day
Trailers of the upcoming movie, Spider-Man: Brand New Day, have shown the titular character using a Samsung foldable. Now, Samsung has released a new video advert that explains how that decision came to be.
I genuinely don't understand what Google is thinking with these Pixel 11 series prices
Yes, memory costs are bad for all smartphone manufacturers, but if Google wants its Pixel 11 family to succeed, it needs to find a way to reduce these rumored prices.

Microsoft accused of unfair labor practices by US and Canadian video game unions
Charges filed with the NLRB accuse Xbox of bad faith bargaining.

GeForce NOW is letting players revisit a classic Capcom series
The post GeForce NOW is letting players revisit a classic Capcom series appeared first on Android Headlines.

Trump’s Teleprompter Guy Allegedly Made $100k Betting on the President’s Speeches
The White House press secretary insisted, "there are very strict ethical guidelines here at the White House," on Thursday.

AI-powered software could recover 300GW of hidden capacity for the US power grid, enough to power thousands of AI data centers
GridCARE claims its software can unlock 300 GW of hidden transmission capacity, easing rising electricity demand without expanding infrastructure.

NTSB investigators confirm Tesla driver overrode Full Self-Driving system in fatal crash
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration is also investigating the crash

With ‘The Odyssey’ in Theaters, Another ‘Odyssey’ Is Already Coming
A more realistic, grounded version of Homer's tale is now being adapted for TV.

I asked Claude to build 3 Excel automations—and it saved me hours of manual work
From creating spreadsheets to generating PDF reports, Claude handled far more of the workbook development than I expected.

The Nvidia Shield TV Pro is one of the few streaming devices with this useful port
Nvidia includes a proper Gigabit Ethernet port in its top-tier streaming device

I don't want a thinner Galaxy Z Fold 8 — I want Samsung to fix this instead
Fodlable phones have their make or break moment this year. Samsung needs to get every little detail right for them to succeed.

No sleep score, no steps: this Signal smart ring from an ex-Google head is focused on cracking cuffless, calibration-less blood pressure readings
The Signal Ring has been created by an ex-Google head and "a very smart group of multidisciplined people focused on a single problem" — blood pressure.

China beats Elon Musk’s Neuralink to the world’s first commercial brain-computer interface implant — car crash victim given coin-sized chip that turns neural signals into hand movements
Regulatory approval of brain implants in China mean they can now be fixed to the brains of anyone who wants to try them.

Visa launched a stablecoin platform that sent Circle shares tumbling six percent
Visa launched the Visa Stablecoin Platform on Thursday, a new infrastructure product that lets banks and payment processors issue, manage, and settle stablecoin transactions through Visa’s network. The platform launches with native support

macOS 27 Golden Gate Public Beta showcases its namesake in wallpaper
Macworld Apple used to include perfect images for dynamic wallpapers and screensavers to showcase the namesake of its Mac operating systems: a dune in the Mojave Desert (Mac OS X El Capitan); a bird’s-eye view of Catalina Island (macOS Cata

5 Micro Center Finds With Deep Discounts In July 2026
It's the middle of July, so it's a good time to start thinking about back-to-school supplies and all the sales retailers like Micro Center have.
OpenAI's first hardware product is a $230 mini keypad for AI coding
Late last year, OpenAI announced a partnership with former Apple designer Jony Ive to build a screen-free AI gadget. Details are still pending, but the company said the gadget would be equipped with multiple cameras and sensors for spatial

New Sony Xperia smartphone rears its head with headphone jack before global release
A new Sony Xperia smartphone has revealed itself in a new leak. Expected to launch globally later this year, the Xperia 10 VIII will retain the 3.5 mm headphone jack, a fan favourite feature that has been removed by almost every other smart

US Navy Service Leader Sends Stern Message To America's Military-Tech Strategists
The U.S. Navy isn't entirely happy with the development timelines of its tech and is looking to speed things up with a new approach to military research.

The AMD Ryzen 7 7700X3D chip is now available for $329
Reasonable specs for a reasonable price.

Kalshi says it caught Trump’s teleprompter operator insider trading
Kalshi users betting on what President Donald Trump would say during his speeches were reportedly up against tough competition: the president's teleprompter operator. ABC News reports that federal investigators believe Gabriel Perez - Trump
Google demonstrates new on-device AI features for Pixel 10
At Google I/O India, the company showed off exciting new features for Pixel's next-generation on-device AI.

Hack Reveals Suno AI Scraped Millions of YouTube Music Songs to Train Its AI
The post Hack Reveals Suno AI Scraped Millions of YouTube Music Songs to Train Its AI appeared first on Android Headlines.
Google Vids now lets you star in your own AI videos
Google is adding personalized AI avatars to Vids that let users create videos starring a digital version of themselves, alongside Gemini Omni-powered tools for generating and editing videos from prompts and reference images.

‘Reverse Recruiter’ Startup Wants You to Pay If Its AI Agent Finds You a Job
The sloppification of life is coming for your paycheck.

I added a second SSD to my PC for one boring reason, and it made Windows feel cleaner overnight
Adding a second SSD frees up storage and makes my files quick to access.
EU adds exemptions to its removable battery rule for smartwatches, fitness trackers, ear buds
Back in 2022, the EU prepared new legislation that will bring back user-replaceable batteries on electronic devices. This will go into effect in February 2027, but some companies are already making the jump – for example, Nintendo released

Don't lose sleep over reports of 260 Starlink satellites deorbiting
SpaceX deorbiting satellites isn't a cause for worry, but scientists are still looking into the environmental impacts of frequent satellite deorbits.

Roblox launches an AI-powered game-creation feature in its mobile app
Roblox's new "Build" feature lets users generate basic games using a single text prompt.

Humble intros new Steam Deck Verified game bundle with $5 starting price
Deal | The Humble Handhelds is a new game collection, and, as the name suggests, it features games perfect for playing on a gaming handheld. It’s a 7-game collection, with a total retail value of over $150 and an all-time low of $39.27. All

Russia to launch Rassvet Starlink rival within days with 318-strong satellite constellation expected by 2028
Russia appears ready to launch more Rassvet satellites, advancing plans for a 318-satellite communications constellation expected by 2028.

5 Classic Movies Every Cinephile Should Own On 4K Blu-Ray
Blu-Ray has taken some of the most classic movies in cinematic history and turned them into a special experience.

The EU is forcing Google to open Android to rival AI and share its search data
Google will have to let rival AI assistants run on Android the way its own Gemini does. It must also hand some of its search data to competitors. The European Commission set out both requirements on Thursday. The two decisions fall under th

YouTube Music is testing a major visual upgrade for its Now Playing screen
It's time for things to get modern

HP releases new 16-inch laptop globally with 64 GB RAM and 120 Hz VRR display
HP has released a new 16-inch laptop globally. Featuring up to 64 GB of RAM and PCIe Gen 5 SSDs, the ZBook 8 G2a 16 also comes with numerous AMD Ryzen AI 400 processors up to and including the Ryzen AI 9 HX Pro 470.

Steam game cartridges: Gamer turns old SSDs into game modules
The future of gaming is digital, a fact that Sony has demonstrated by discontinuing the production of game discs. A gaming enthusiast is now showing that there’s another way, and is transforming old-fashioned 2.5-inch SSDs into Steam game m

Anthropic Accidentally Creates the Best Anti-AI Ad Ever
The post Anthropic Accidentally Creates the Best Anti-AI Ad Ever appeared first on Android Headlines.
Microsoft's latest Patch Tuesday fixes 570 security bugs, but some Dell PCs will have to wait
A month after fixing 200 individual flaws across Windows and other software products, Microsoft is now breaking new ground with another massive Patch Tuesday release. The July cumulative update for Windows 11 (KB5101650) addresses 570 secur

The First Trailer For ‘Cocoon—One Summer of Girlhood’ is Ready to Make You Cry
Studio Ghibli alumni SASAYURI's debut anime feature, based on Machiko Kyo's josei manga, hits theaters on September 4.
This mobile productivity app replaced my Pomodoro timer with a climbing game, and it actually works
Watching a tiny climber reach the summit turned out to be more motivating than watching a countdown.

Firefox vs Edge: fresh shots fired in browser wars as Mozilla report accuses Microsoft of using 'harmful design' to undermine choice in Windows 11
'Microsoft continues to deploy harmful design to undermine people's browser choice': Mozilla report concludes that Windows still isn't a level playing field.

Suno trained its AI on millions of songs from YouTube Music, Deezer and other sites, new hack reveals — and critics have branded it 'staggering theft'
Suno has previously faced criticism for building an AI song creator on copyrighted works, and here's more evidence.

New York governor says she’s using AI to analyze ‘every single rule’ in the state
New York Governor Kathy Hochul might have just signed a moratorium on new AI data centers in the state, but she's not against using the technology herself. During an interview with Bloomberg's Odd Lots podcast, Hochul said that her team is

Ecovacs’ self-cleaning Deebot X11 has hit a new low price
Sometimes it feels like keeping your floors clean is one of those never-ending chores, which is why it's nice to have a versatile robot vacuum take it off your hands. The Ecovacs Deebot X11 robovac / mop hybrid is designed to do just that,

All the Times Trump Has Falsely Claimed Something Is AI
"If something happens really bad, just blame AI,” Trump has said.

AI and a brain implant restored a paralysed man’s movement and touch
Researchers have restored hand movement and the sense of touch to a man paralysed from the chest down. The results, published in Nature Medicine, suggest the technology partly rewired his nervous system. The system, called a “double neural

Great news for Steam Deck LCD repairability, confirms iFixit
Following the news of Valve phasing out replacement parts for the original Steam Deck, the community was upset. It now looks like Valve still plans on supporting the console through iFixit for the foreseeable future.

All of a sudden, Apple is winning AI
Macworld Has Apple focused too much on AI over the past few years, or not enough? It depends on who you ask. On the one hand, the topic is faddish, inescapable, and faintly apocalyptic, and I get thoroughly depressed listening to AI buzzwor

Feds Misused Crowd-Control Weapons Over 400 Times During Immigration Protests, Doctors Report
A physicians’ group has documented over 100 injuries caused by federal agents deploying nonlethal weapons in ways that violated manufacturer guidance and their own agency’s policies.

Verizon cuts 3,000 retail jobs as AI replaces customer service and stores move to franchises
Verizon is cutting about 3,000 employees from its corporate-owned retail stores and transferring 274 locations to independent operators, Bloomberg reported on Thursday. The changes take effect on August 16 and will leave the largest US mobi

Google preps letting you customize Gemini voices by Speed, Energy, and more
After releasing two new options after I/O, Google might soon let you customize Gemini voice across four parameters.

Microsoft Comic Chat, an IRC client from 30 years ago that helped popularize Comic Sans, is going open source
The source code behind Microsoft's 30 year old Comic Chat IRC client is now available on Github for the first time.

The one setting that keeps my Samsung Galaxy running its best
And it happens automatically on a weekly schedule.

Sonos brings tab navigation, speaker sorting and more to its app
Sonos has added some handy quality-of-life updates to its mobile app.

Android users benefit considerably from the EU's new Google rules
The post Android users benefit considerably from the EU's new Google rules appeared first on Android Headlines.

MagicX announces pocket-friendly handheld with high-resolution OLED display
MagicX has announced a new retro handheld. Returning to its pocketable roots, the new handheld is its first to adopt an OLED panel. The unnamed OLED handheld will output at 768p too, despite only having a 3.3-inch display.

A Cleaner Look: YouTube Music Tests Stunning Fullscreen Album Art on Now Playing
The post A Cleaner Look: YouTube Music Tests Stunning Fullscreen Album Art on Now Playing appeared first on Android Headlines.

Oil giant BP shutters its corporate venture arm after 20 years
BP Ventures is shutting down, ending a nearly 20-year run that was marked by reportedly lackluster returns.

Linux doesn't force me to use the terminal—these 3 tools prove it
The Linux terminal is powerful, but these three graphical apps handle everyday tasks without typing a single command.

I stopped mounting every NAS folder and my file management actually got simpler
I stopped mounting every NAS folder and started using browser access, direct links, and shares only where they actually made sense.
Infinix Xpad 30 Pro surfaces in retailer listing, here are its main specs
Infinix just unveiled the Hot 70 Pro today, and the company is also working on a new tablet. Meet the Infinix Xpad 30 Pro, which has been prematurely listed on a Belarusian retailer’s website. A listing for the device was also spotted on In

5 Milwaukee Home Improvement Tools Under $100 Worth Adding To Your Collection
Before spending hundreds on your next tool, take a look at these Milwaukee favorites. They're all under $100 and backed by positive customer reviews.

Today’s Android app deals and freebies: MEGA MAN X, Little Big Workshop, Ace Attorney Trilogy, more
Your afternoon lineup of the best Android game and app deals is now ready to roll, including titles like MEGA MAN X, Little Big Workshop, Ace Attorney Trilogy, GHOST TRICK, LEGO Bricktales, Endurance: dead space Premium, Neighbours from Hel

29 countries sign a treaty to establish the World AI Cooperation Organization
Twenty-nine countries signed an agreement on 16 July to establish the World AI Cooperation Organization (WAICO), Reuters reported. China says the intergovernmental body aims to promote international cooperation and global governance in AI.
TSMC plans include at least four more 2nm fabs in $100 billion Arizona expansion
The announcement came as the Taiwanese giant posted another record quarterly profit and raised its 2026 capital expenditure forecast to as much as $64 billion.Read Entire Article

Meteorite That Crashed Into New Jersey Home Contains Rare Ingredients of Life
An analysis of the space rock traced its origin to a primitive asteroid from the early solar system.

Whoop’s patent points to needle-free blood sugar tracking in a wearable
Whoop is working on a non-invasive way to measure blood sugar. That is not based on a leak, but on an official patent filed by the company itself. It also raises a number of questions.

Microsoft rolls out 6 helpful new Windows 11 Insider features for early July, including one built to protect your PC from disaster
Windows 11 Insider builds for early July add Cloud rebuild, Windows Search changes, Taskbar positioning, Pro Education upgrades, and recovery improvements.

Lenovo Tab Plus Gen 2 is a $400 Android tablet with a 12.1 inch screen and a BIG speaker
The Lenovo Tab Plus Gen 2 is an Android tablet that’s clearly made for media consumption. It has a 12.1 inch, 2560 x 1600 pixel, 120 Hz display with up to 800 nits brightness and support for Dolby Vision and HDR 10. And there’s also a massi

How Long Do Android Tablets Last? Here's What Users Say
You may not consider an Android tablet to be as important of a purchase as your Android phone, but you can expect a similar lifespan, according to users.

Microsoft is giving away Sony WH-1000XM6 headphones with select Surface Pro and Surface Laptop models
Microsoft is running a new promotion, thanks to which you can get the Sony WH-1000XM6 headphones worth $458 for free when you buy a new Surface Pro or Surface Laptop. The promotion is live until July 31 and only applies to certain configura

Uber’s $14.8B Delivery Hero deal would nearly double its global footprint
Uber has agreed to acquire Delivery Hero in a $14.8 billion all-stock deal that would nearly double the company’s global footprint and create one of the world’s largest food-delivery platforms outside China.

Google Finally Kills the Most Awkward Name in Tech: NotebookLM Is Now Gemini Notebook
The post Google Finally Kills the Most Awkward Name in Tech: NotebookLM Is Now Gemini Notebook appeared first on Android Headlines.
Ryzen 7 7700X3D delivers the gaming performance, but not the value
Early reviews of AMD's new Ryzen 7 7700X3D show a capable gaming CPU that performs close to the Ryzen 7 7800X3D. However, its launch price and weaker productivity performance make it difficult to recommend. Our full review is coming soon.Re

Google renames NotebookLM to Gemini Notebook and expands code execution to Pro users
Google is renaming NotebookLM to Gemini Notebook, folding one of its most popular AI products into the Gemini brand while keeping it as a standalone tool. The company said on Thursday that the rebrand reflects how deeply the research assist

Microsoft nemesis returns with another zero-day PoC — but is 'LegacyHive' as nasty as expected?
Chaotic Eclipse is back with a new Windows 11 zero-day called LegacyHive.

New GPD Win Max 3 launch window revealed with Intel Arc G3 Extreme version teased
GPD has finally confirmed the existence of a new Win Max handheld. Launching with AMD Strix Halo processor and a 1,050-nit OLED display, the GPD Win Max 3 is also set to receive an Intel Arc G3 Extreme version. GPD has revealed when its new

Rogbid launches Breeze handheld fan with metal unibody, cooling plate & LED light
Rogbid has announced the Breeze, a new portable handheld fan. Unlike most portable fans that rely on standard plastic housings, the Breeze is built with an aluminum alloy unibody. Rogbid Breeze Specifications The fan features a built-in sem

The no-regrets sedan more buyers should consider
The best sedan isn't always the fastest—it's the one you'll still love owning years later.

Finally, a Brutally Honest Anime About the Forbidden Love of Fighting Games
'Young Ladies Don't Play Fighting Games' is chock full of johns, pop offs, scrublord-worthy quotes, and demure girls hopping on some good-ass 'Street Fighter 6.'

Codex is technically better than Claude Code, but I stopped using it for one specific reason
I'd defend it in any argument except this one

Fans get first glimpse of One UI 9 on a Galaxy S25 and new My FanCam feature
Fans are getting their first look at Samsung's One UI 9 update running on a Galaxy S25 series phone. Screenshots showing an early internal One UI 9 test build running on a Galaxy S25+ have made their way online. The screenshots come from Fa

Newsletter platform Beehiiv now lets subscribers chat with each other, adds AI
Beehiiv is launching an AI Copilot to help publishers with user growth and analytics.

Google is better at playing the AI regulations game
Today, the European Union ordered Google to give its AI rivals greater access to Android, the open-source operating system that powers billions of devices worldwide. The demand is hardly surprising. It may look like a defeat on paper for Go

The End of OnePlus in the US & Europe Is the End of Something Special
The post The End of OnePlus in the US & Europe Is the End of Something Special appeared first on Android Headlines.

Galaxy Buds 3 Pro receives new software update
Samsung is rolling out a new update for the Galaxy Buds 3 Pro, a minor update that focuses on stability and reliability rather than new features. Initially available in South Korea, the update is expected to reach other markets gradually.

SWISSto12 raised $70M, and it is that rare thing: a profitable space startup
Most space-hardware startups raise money because they are burning it. SWISSto12 raised $70m while turning a profit, an unusual thing in the satellite business. The Swiss company closed the €61m round days after ESA member states put $84.8m

3 Common Problems With Arlo Cameras
Arlo security cameras may seem like a popular pick for setting up your home security system, but users caution against some recurring problems.

Get ready, a massive iPad mini upgrade may be coming soon
Macworld According to a new report by Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman, the “biggest overhaul to the iPad mini in half a decade” is coming as soon as this October. The new version of Apple’s smallest tablet includes an upgrade to an OLED display fro

Roblox will let people use AI to make games on their phone
Roblox is about to let people make games with AI right inside its mobile app, which could make a platform that's already filled with content of questionable quality feel even more overloaded. The company has embraced AI with open arms, incl

The US Navy Is Going Next-Gen With Its Autonomous Warfare Program
The US Navy is launching a massive initiative to replace human patrols with AI. Discover the new program bringing autonomous drone swarms to the sea.

‘It wasn't a decision made in a rush’: OnePlus explains why it’s just quit the US and Europe — and answers our 5 biggest questions about what it means
OnePlus is officially quitting the US and Europe, but what exactly does that mean for current users and the future? We asked OnePlus and Oppo to find out.

47 requests, zero answers — How Proton VPN keeps saying no to data demands
Proton VPN's updated transparency report shows 47 data requests in the first half of 2026. These were all rejected because its audited no-logs policy leaves nothing to hand over.

X cracks down on creators who steal content
X will use Grok AI to better detect stolen content, redirect payouts to original creators, and crack down on engagement bait.

Xpeng’s L03 is the first Chinese EV to put proprietary AI driving chips in a mass-market car
Xpeng debuted the L03 on Wednesday in Munich, launching its most internationally ambitious electric vehicle simultaneously across 65 markets. The coupe-SUV is built around the company’s proprietary Turing AI chips, with every trim shipping

PlayStation Summer sale brings up to 90% off, Resident Evil Requiem, Saros, Ghost of Yotei discounted
PlayStation Summer sale kicked off on July 15 and will go on till August 12. There are major discounts on AAA titles, both new and old. Some of the titles are discounted by up to 90%.

Roblox is Adding AI Game Creation to iPhone and iPad
Online game platform Roblox today said it is adding a new Build tool that will let iPhone and iPad users create games using AI. With the mobile-first Build option, Roblox users can write a text-based prompt and have AI turn it into a basic

1Password for Claude Lets AI Log In Without Seeing Your Passwords
Popular password management app 1Password today added Claude support, which means AI service Claude can access credentials stored in 1Password for completing browser tasks. With the integration, Claude can use 1Password logins and one-time

Apple Sued Over Reported 'Hide My Email' Flaw
Apple this week was sued over a reported "Hide My Email" flaw that could expose a user's real email address. The proposed class action lawsuit alleges that Apple violated California's false advertising law and other consumer protection stat
Apple's Chipmaker Pledges $100 Billion More for US Plants
Apple chip supplier TSMC has announced a $100 billion increase to its U.S. chip investment, bringing its total commitment to $265 billion. The increase was confirmed by the White House and the Department of Commerce alongside TSMC's second
Apple Begins Selling Refurbished iPad Mini With A17 Pro Chip at a Discount
Apple today added the iPad mini with the A17 Pro chip to its refurbished store in the U.S. and Canada for the first time since the device was released in October 2024. Other key features include an 8.3-inch display, a 12-megapixel Center St

Here's When to Expect the iPad 12 to Launch
In March, Bloomberg's Mark Gurman said a new entry-level iPad was "still coming this year," but apparently this is no longer the case. Today, he reported that the device is slated for release in the first quarter of 2027 at the earliest. Th

Missed Pre-Hike MacBook Pro Prices? Amazon's New Deals Still Save Up to $500
Amazon's prices on the 2026 MacBook Pro have now joined in on Apple's recent price hikes, meaning we're no longer tracking pre-hike markdowns on these devices. However, there are still notable sales to be found if you're shopping for a MacB

New iPad Mini With Four Upgrades Reportedly Launching by October
Apple is planning to release a new iPad mini model with an OLED display by October this year, according to Bloomberg's Mark Gurman. Apple already updated the iPad Pro with an OLED display in May 2024, but the iPad mini, iPad Air, and entry-

Apple Reportedly Ramps Up Vapor Chamber Orders for Foldable iPhone
Apple has ramped up orders for vapor chamber cooling components said to be destined for its upcoming foldable iPhone and 20th-anniversary iPhone models, according to a Chinese leaker. The Weibo account known as "Fixed Focus Digital" claims

How to Install macOS 27 Golden Gate Public Beta
Apple has made the first macOS 27 Golden Gate public beta available for testing before the new Mac operating system's official release in the fall. Keep reading to learn whether you should install it on your Mac, and if so, how to go about

Apple's 2026 Back to School Offer Goes Live in the US: Up to $150 Gift Card With Mac or iPad
Apple's annual Back to School promotion is now live in the United States, Canada, and Mexico, following earlier rollouts in Asia. This year's promotion offers a free Apple gift card with the purchase of an eligible Mac or iPad. Apple is off

Google and Epic Abandon Injunction Modification Request, Clearing the Way for Rival Android App Stores
Google and Epic Games this week withdrew their joint motion to modify an injunction requiring Google to support third-party app stores in Google Play. The two companies abandoned the request after it became clear the court was unlikely to a

CrashStealer Malware Impersonates Apple Tool to Steal Mac Passwords and Crypto
Mac users should watch out for macOS malware called CrashStealer, according to Jamf Threat Labs. The malware impersonates Apple's crash reporting framework, and it's meant to steal all kinds of sensitive information. CrashStealer collects b

Apple Closes Unlocked iPhone Loophole for T-Mobile and Verizon Financing
Carrier-financed iPhones purchased from Apple will soon be locked to the carrier, ending a workaround customers used to purchase an unlocked iPhone on a payment plan. Until the rule change, buying an iPhone from Apple and opting for financi

AppleCare+ for Macs and iPads Just Got More Expensive
Apple is increasing the price of some AppleCare+ subscription plans, reports Bloomberg. Monthly ‌AppleCare‌+ subscription plans for Macs and iPads are now $0.50 more expensive in the U.S., while annual plans are $5 more. The price

Apple Won't Allow These Ad Categories in the Maps App
Apple this week shared a new Advertising Services policy outlining the kinds of ads that won't be allowed in the Maps app. As noted by TechCrunch, Apple has a list of ad categories that are not permitted in Apple Maps. Home services - Ads t

Apple Lists Products Eligible for Tax-Free Holidays in 10 U.S. States
Apple recently updated its website with a list of products eligible for upcoming 2026 sales tax holidays in select U.S. states, including Alabama, Arkansas, Florida, Massachusetts, Missouri, New Mexico, South Carolina, Tennessee, Virginia,

Apple's 2026 Back to School Offer Just Went Live in Select Countries
Apple's annual Back to School promotion is now live in select countries in Asia, including China, India, Malaysia, the Philippines, Singapore, Taiwan, Thailand, and Vietnam. The offer provides college students and educational staff with a f

Nomad Kicks Off Anniversary Sale With Up to 30% Off Sitewide
Nomad is celebrating its anniversary by offering up to 30 percent off sitewide this week, giving shoppers a chance to save on the brand's best wireless chargers, iPhone cases, Apple Watch bands, and more. This sale does not require a coupon
Apple's 2026 Smart Home Lineup: New Apple TV, HomePod, and Home Hub
Now that Siri AI is ready to launch in iOS 27, iPadOS 27, and macOS 27 Golden Gate, Apple can finally introduce new smart home products built to work with the smarter version of ‌Siri‌. Subscribe to the MacRumors YouTube channel f

Android 17 is *brilliant*. [Video]
It's lowkey fantastic.

OPPO is Reportedly Building a Giant, Non-Foldable Wide-Screen Phone
The post OPPO is Reportedly Building a Giant, Non-Foldable Wide-Screen Phone appeared first on Android Headlines.

Microsoft is throwing $458 Sony headphones at Surface buyers, but there's a small catch
Not bad for summer shoppers

Verizon's comeback and T-Mobile's slump becoming apparent
Verizon leaves T-Mobile behind in yet another report.

Fireworks raised $1.5bn on a bet that companies will build AI, not rent it
The AI economy has run on a simple habit: rent a model from a big lab. Fireworks just raised $1.5bn to argue the opposite, that every company will build intelligence of its own. The Series D values the San Mateo startup at $17.5bn, it said.

People Lucky Enough to Have 70mm IMAX ‘Odyssey’ Tickets Now Get an Extra Bonus
Call it a nice slice of desert as the opening sequence of Denis Villeneuve's 'Dune: Part Three' is exclusively attached.

5 Netflix movies to keep you sane during your next long-haul flight
Binge a whole franchise or watch that cool movie no one likes but you these Netflix picks will make your next long-haul flight fly by.

Your drawer with old Android devices is a Home Assistant goldmine, not e-waste
Teaching old dogs new tricks.

Sony is basically cutting off gamers in 122 countries with PS6
The post Sony is basically cutting off gamers in 122 countries with PS6 appeared first on Android Headlines.
European Commission forces Google to open Android to third-party AI assistants, share search data
Today the European Commission (EC) has announced two legally binding Digital Markets Act (DMA) decisions it's made forcing Google to open up Android and Search to competitors. First, Google has to give third-party AI assistants on Android a

Former PlayStation boss says Sony needs 'more games for more people' to justify a $1,000 PS6
Former PlayStation boss Shawn Layden thinks studios need to start investing in unique games that entice a wider audience to justify the cost of next-gen.

Google AI Mode now integrates with Canva, YouTube Music and Instacart
You can now make playlists, design flyers and compile shopping lists using AI in Search.

Xiaomi Poco X8 launching globally with massive battery gain over Poco X7
A new leak has revealed initial details about a new Poco smartphone. Said to be launching globally, the Poco X8 appears set to arrive with a significantly larger battery than last year's Poco X7.

Sable raised $45 million from Sequoia to build an AI that runs product demos instead of humans
Sable has raised $45 million from Sequoia Capital and 8VC to build an AI system called Aidan that runs live product demonstrations, answers customer questions in real time, and switches between languages mid-conversation. The company, which

Hegseth Mandates Widespread Testosterone Screening for US Troops
The Secretary of War thinks low T is a major threat to men's health. Here's what the evidence actually shows.

Does Linux really run faster than Windows? I tested both to find out
Spoiler alert: Tux has wings.

An OLED iPad mini could finally arrive this year
Apple will reportedly refresh the iPad mini this fall and the rest of its iPad lineup in the first half of 2027.

5 Best Sci-Fi Horror Movies Nobody Talks About Anymore
While sci-fi horror discussions tend to be dominated by titles like "The Thing" and "The Fly," these five films deserve to receive more love and attention.

YouTube Music testing fullscreen cover art for Now Playing
Following Now Playing’s split-view redesign earlier this year, YouTube Music is testing fullscreen cover art.

Kalshi Is Set to Start Taking Bets on Drug Trials
The landscape for potential market manipulation keeps expanding.

Apple Thinks It’s Time You Care About the iPad mini Again
Apple could be adding OLED, but it may not look as good as your iPhone display.
This PC gamer turned old SSDs into gorgeous physical cartridges for Steam games
Reddit user Jibril-sama recently showcased a custom-made cartridge system for Steam games. The clever idea is not entirely new and does not do anything revolutionary with Steam or the hardware itself. Even so, concepts like this are suddenl

AI-powered travel agency Fora hits unicorn status, raises $60M
Travel agency Fora announced a $60 million Series D round led by Forerunner and Tactile Ventures, valuing the company at $1 billion.

Russian hacker turns Gemini CLI into a hacking agent, creates small-scale botnet
The hacker told the AI he was an authorized pentester - and the AI believed him.

Google is killing the NotebookLM name in favor of Gemini
NotebookLM > Gemini Notebook
More details of Xiaomi's iPhone Ultra rival outed in new leak
New information on Xiaomi's next-gen foldable phone has now surfaced in the wild. Expected to be a "Mix" series entry, Xiaomi's upcoming foldable is tipped to closely rival Apple's much awaited inaugural foldable, the iPhone Ultra.

Samsung releases One UI 9.0 beta 4 for the Galaxy S26 series
Samsung has released One UI 9 Beta 4 for the Galaxy S26 series, delivering stability fixes and the July 2026 security patch as development moves closer to a public rollout, though a stable release date remains unconfirmed.
Google is turning Search into your personal shopping and music assistant with AI Mode
You don't have to use the Gemini app to get things done.

How flash memory killed IBM's most impressive engineering feat in just three years
IBM solved portable storage with a tiny mechanical drive, then flash memory ruined everything

Your AM4 system isn't dead yet, but these crucial upgrades will ensure it lives on
Upgrade your CPU, GPU, RAM, and storage to give your aging PC a huge boost

‘House of the Dragon’ Feels Like It’s Trying to Get Its Adaptation Back on Track
Midway through its penultimate season, HBO’s George R.R. Martin series has turned its attention to making sure its endgame makes sense.
Samsung Galaxy Tab S12 Ultra appears in a new set of renders, specs confirmed
While the upcoming Galaxy Unpacked event gets all the attention lately, which is understandable given that Samsung is expected to announce not two but three foldables, the rumor mill never stops spinning, so we get to see one of the company
Google’s AI Mode Can Now Talk Directly to Your Favorite Apps Inside Search
The post Google’s AI Mode Can Now Talk Directly to Your Favorite Apps Inside Search appeared first on Android Headlines.

Google's NotebookLM is now Gemini Notebook
Google already baked NotebookLM into Gemini, now it's changing the name to reflect the tighter integration

Google’s AI Mode now lets you link and interact with select apps
With this new update, Google is expanding AI Mode beyond answering questions and into completing tasks across the apps they use regularly.

Google continues its renaming streak by turning NotebookLM to Gemini Notebook
Google said users can soon access their notebooks through AI Mode in Search.

Google AI Mode adds more Connected Apps, including YouTube Music
Google is updating AI Mode with support for more first and third-party apps, just like the Gemini app.

NotebookLM is now Gemini Notebook, with 3.5 + Antigravity upgrade coming to AI Pro
Google announced today that NotebookLM is now called “Gemini Notebook” and previewed upcoming features that users can soon expect.

Mike Flanagan's Carrie series has a first look — and the Prime Video horror series has the potential to be the best adaptation of the book yet
Mike Flanagan has become the king of horror TV shows, and I'm definitely feeling confident about his adaptation of Stephen King's Carrie.

Google is renaming NotebookLM to Gemini Notebook
Google is giving its AI note-taking app a new name. The company announced on Thursday that NotebookLM is becoming Gemini Notebook, but will remain a standalone app even as it integrates more deeply across Gemini and Google Search. Google fi

Toyota's 2026 4Runner Makes Some Huge Promises, But Not Every Trim Delivers On Them
The sixth-generation 4Runner wants to rule the road and the wild, but a wise driver picks their trim and engine carefully.

T-Mobile Is Now Removing Free Lines Promised to Long-Time Customers
The post T-Mobile Is Now Removing Free Lines Promised to Long-Time Customers appeared first on Android Headlines.

2026 iPad mini guide: OLED, A19 Pro and price rumors
Macworld For those who need a premium small-screen tablet, the iPad mini is a popular choice. But should you buy one now, or should you wait to see what Apple has in store for the next model? Most buyers should wait – the next model is expe

Google Health has fixed the outage that broke sync for Fitbit & Pixel Watch owners [U]
A widespread outage on July 15 has broken device sync for “all” Google Health users.

GTA 6 PS5 marketing may be at risk, as more devs complain about PlayStation backlash
Protests could overshadow GTA 6 promotions on PlayStation social media. A leaker confirmed that some publishers are expressing concern about negative comments flooding paid posts. Sony will transition to an all-digital future in 2028 after

Reliable blood pressure monitoring without cuff or calibration: A new smart ring pomises the impossible
Even before Apple Watch and Samsung Galaxy Watch do it, a three year old California startup aims to revolutionize blood pressure monitoring with a new wearable called Signal Ring. They boldly claim that more than 150-years of cuff-based hyp
Skip the Apple Tax and get four FindMy trackers for under $20
Macworld Ugreen FineTrack Air iOS trackers 4-pack View Deal (function () { document.querySelector("#sticky-promo-block a").addEventListener("click", function(e) { const debug = document.location.host.search(/lndo.site|go-vip.net/) !== -1; c

Google's Epic settlement is no more, but it's actually a good thing
The post Google's Epic settlement is no more, but it's actually a good thing appeared first on Android Headlines.

3 magical Home Assistant projects to try this weekend (July 17-19)
You're a wizard, Home Assistant.

Time’s running out to save $10 on Splatoon Raiders physical preorders
Splatoon Raiders’ July 23rd launch day is almost here, so your window to preorder the physical version at a $10 discount is about to close. The digital version is $49.99, and so is the game on cartridge if you preorder at Walmart. Amazon pr

Deals: Base Pixel 10 up to $308 off, Google Nest Doorbell from just $76, OmniBook X Flip OLED 2-in-1 $650 off, more
Alongside the rare discount on the Google Pixel Flex Dual Port 67W USB-C Fast Charger, today’s 9to5Toys Lunch Break is headlined by the most affordable Pixel 10 unlocked up to $308 off via Best Buy (open-box), these Pro models up to $414 of

Tesla driver in fatal Texas crash overrode FSD by pressing accelerator ‘100 percent,’ investigators confirm
The Tesla driver who fatally struck a woman after crashing into her home "manually overrode" the vehicle's Full Self-Driving (FSD) technology by pressing the gas pedal to 100 percent, the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) confirme

Yes, you can now order DoorDash from the command line
DoorDash is opening a limited beta of dd-cli, a command-line tool that lets developers and AI agents search stores, build carts, and place orders from the terminal, marking another step toward software designed for AI agents instead of just

UK cops say arrest of two young hackers disrupted the operations of an infamous hacking group
Owen Flowers and Thalha Jubair, two members of the prolific Scattered Spider hacking group, pleaded guilty and were sentenced to five years and six months in jail for hacking London’s metropolitan transit system.

Absurd GTA 6 first week estimates put it at almost 4x of GTA 5
A firm that analyzes PC and console game data, among other metrics, has revealed that GTA 6 has raked in $260 million globally in just three weeks of pre-orders. This puts the game at an astonishing first-week revenue of over $5 billion.

Samsung Might Not Kill the Galaxy Z Flip but Reinvent It as a Dual-Folder, Patent Suggest
The post Samsung Might Not Kill the Galaxy Z Flip but Reinvent It as a Dual-Folder, Patent Suggest appeared first on Android Headlines.
To fund Apple's first computer, Steve Wozniak and Steve Jobs sold...
A little history of the Apple-1Read Entire Article

Period tracker Stardust shares users’ health data with analytics firm, says Mozilla research
One period tracker app tested by Mozilla was 'squeaky clean,' while another app was seen sharing users' health data with an analytics company, underscoring vast differences in user privacy among these apps.

I compared my favorite apps on Android Auto and Apple CarPlay, and one was miles ahead
Everyday apps made the choice obvious

Your old Galaxy Note was thicker than you think, and the Galaxy Z Fold proves it
For years, thickness was the price you paid if you wanted a foldable phone. You got a little tablet that fit in your pocket, and you always noticed something was there. Anyone who bought one of Samsung's early Galaxy Fold devices accepted t

Shark upgrades its acclaimed CryoGlow blemish-busting LED face mask – it costs a little more but it delivers better coverage around the crows' feet area and its battery life is better too
Shark's CryoGlow Plus promises 120% better coverage plus the brand's InstaChill Cold technology to help soothe and de-puff

Dragon's Dogma 2 producer says Capcom is improving performance on PS5 and Xbox ahead of Dark Arisen's launch and that the Switch 2 version is 'exceeding' expectations
Dragon's Dogma 2 will see performance improvements with the arrival of Dark Arisen and the Nintendo Switch 2 version.

Pulsar gaming mouse combats sweaty hands with Noctua fan
A gaming mouse with a Noctua fan is designed to make gaming more comfortable, even during a heat wave. With a beige and brown body that weighs just 73 grams, including the fan, and flagship hardware, the Pulsar Feinmann F01 Noctua Edition i

You could soon ditch Gemini for another chatbot on Android, thanks to the EU
The EU thinks the competition needs a boost on Android

4 Cables You Should Replace More Often
There's a good chance you're using cables for your devices far longer than you probably should, particularly considering how quickly technology advances.

Canadian Wildfire Smoke Is Pouring Into the US. Here’s What to Expect
Hundreds of fires are burning out of control, and several factors could help bring more smoke to the U.S. for days or even weeks to come.

Realme C100x launched with a huge 8,000mAh battery and military-grade durability
Realme has expanded its C-series lineup in India with the launch of the Realme C100x, a budget-focused 4G smartphone that prioritizes battery capacity and physical durability. Realme C100x Specifications The phone features a 6.8-inch HD+ IP

Thousands of US military beneficiaries have data breached following TRICARE cyberattack — DoD Benefits Numbers and some Social Security numbers leaked
TriWest suffers an attack and loses TRICARE data on some 12,000 people.

It’s a microwave, it’s an air fryer, it’s a... soup-maker? Ninja’s latest launch could be the only appliance your kitchen needs
Microwaved food can easily get soggy, but that's not a problem with this new air fryer and microwave combo, packed with useful presets.

Motorola is bad at Android updates, confusing promises are on full display with latest release
Motorola is pretty bad at software updates, with new Android versions delayed by months and devices often getting the bare minimum of support. And it’s not getting much better, as a new release shows just how confusing it is to understand w

Apple’s OLED iPad Mini upgrade is on the way as prices continue to rise
The iPad Mini could get an OLED display upgrade as soon as October, according to Bloomberg's Mark Gurman. It would be the most significant refresh for the Mini since its 2021 redesign. An OLED iPad Mini has been rumored for months now, with

How a former DeepMind researcher raised at a $300M pre-seed valuation before launching a product
Drawing on more than a decade spent helping build some of the world's most influential AI systems, including research that later informed the development of ChatGPT, Andrew Dai explains why he believes visual AI is one of the next major fro

Samsung launches Music Studio 5 and Music Studio 7 speakers in India
Samsung has announced the launch of two new wireless speakers in India: the Music Studio 5 and the Music Studio 7. While both speakers were listed on the company's website a few weeks ago, they weren't available for purchase until now. The
Apple's back to school promo offers gift cards if you buy a MacBook Pro or Air, iPad Pro or Air
Apple recently enacted a major price hike for its core products including the MacBook Air, MacBook Pro, iPad Air and iPad Pro. And other devices, of course, but we’re calling out these four specifically because they are part of Apple’s back

Sheryl Sandberg leads $10 million investment in AI-powered vehicle inspection service
The startup, founded in 2021, lets enterprise customers use smartphones to scan and spot vehicle damage.

iPhone 17 Pro after 10 months: The truth before iPhone 18 Pro
The iPhone 17 Pro has been boringly great all this time.
Netflix celebrates 10 years of Stranger Thing with a VHS-quality version of the first season
The very first season of Stranger Things arrived on July 15, 2016. The coming-of-age science fiction series was an instant hit with viewers, but few realized its true potential or how Netflix would capitalize on its new starlet over the com

2027 iPad: Everything we know about Apple’s next entry-level tablet
Macworld Rumors about Apple’s 2027 iPads point to faster chips and potential display improvements across the range, from the iPad Air (updated in March 2026) to the Pro (last updated in October 2025). Yet for most buyers, the most important

How to watch Commonwealth Games 2026 free from anywhere with this VPN deal
All the ways to watch Commonwealth Games 2026 live streams online and from anywhere, and for completely free.

Suno brings its gen AI music gunk to iMessage
Maybe just sing a silly song in a voice note instead?

Konkr Pocket Advance: New Anbernic RG34XX rival pictured as 'first reveal' date officially confirmed
Ayaneo has now revealed the design of its Game Boy Advance lookalike. Also, the company has confirmed when it will be revealing the Konkr Pocket Advance, which appears set to rival the Anbernic RG34XX.

Apple Is Going All Out on Cooling Technology for the iPhone Ultra
The post Apple Is Going All Out on Cooling Technology for the iPhone Ultra appeared first on Android Headlines.

Buckle Up, Sonos Finally Has a Major App Update Incoming
New tab navigation and other UI tweaks will most likely be a welcome upgrade for anyone still in the Sonos ecosystem.

What Exactly Is A Nuclear Reactor Used For And How Does One Work?
From Einstein's most famous equation to your power grid, discover the surprisingly simple science behind how these massive facilities actually work.

Pour One Out for Physical Media With a Library of Drool-Worthy Golden-Era Game Box Art
The Big Box Collection is a throwback to an era when games' packaging and artwork was an art in itself.

Smart speakers could help OpenAI lose even more money
A smart speaker won't save OpenAI.

Why AMI Labs’ Alexandre LeBrun won’t call his AI ‘AGI’ or ‘superintelligence’
While everyone in AI is chasing "superintelligence," Alexandre LeBrun, CEO of Yann LeCun’s world model startup, AMI Labs, dismisses the word.

Ofcom, the UK's communications regulator, is investigating TikTok's child safety measures
The regulator is assessing whether the platform is doing enough to protect children from harmful content.

Realme confirms it will shut down in China to focus on global markets
Amid Oppo’s restructuring plans that have led to the shutdown of OnePlus in global markets, Realme has officially confirmed it will exit the China market to focus on global markets instead.

OnePlus’ Death in the U.S. Only Makes Our iPhone Chains Heavier
The 'Never Settle' phone maker has settled.
Samsung Galaxy Fold8 series gets a significant battery life boost, EU ratings reveal
According to the latest leaks, the Galaxy Z Fold8 (formerly known as Galaxy Z Fold Wide) and the Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra (a direct successor to the Galaxy Z Fold7) are expected to come with considerably larger batteries compared to their older

Moonshot’s upcoming Kimi 3 is expected to close the gap with Anthropic’s Opus 4.8
The FT reports Kimi K3 will be the largest open AI model from China, with a parameter count between 2 trillion and 3 trillion.
Google Pixel continues to grow as global smartphone shipments hit lowest point since 2013
Amid RAMageddon, the global smartphone market is in a rough state. Despite hitting its lowest point since 2013, Google Pixel is apparently one of the few brands seeing growth in 2026 according to the latest data.

Zoom patches critical security flaw which could have let hackers hijack accounts
Zoom finds improper input validation bug, but fortunately sees no evidence of abuse.

T-Mobile customers are losing more than they anticipated
T-Mobile isn't just raising plan prices.

5 Underrated Sci-Fi Cartoons Everyone Needs To Watch At Least Once
If you're looking for some lighthearted science fiction, you may want to consider checking out these classic sci-fi cartoons you may have missed.

You've never seen an Aston Martin like this — legendary car maker reveals SUV designed exclusively for Modern Warfare 4
Aston Martin has revealed the Dreadnought, a new SUV designed exclusively for Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4.

No, the LCD Steam Deck Isn’t Dying… Yet
Valve isn’t giving up on its older handheld. But how long will it keep selling parts to a device it no longer sells?

11-inch iPad Air (M4) gets a lovely discount on Amazon
The tablet ranks among the best on the market, so don't hesitate!
EU demands opening Android access and Search data to rivals, Google warns of privacy risks
The EU has ordered Google to crack open Android and Search to its rivals including other AI assistants, but Google warns that it’s a privacy risk.
Woman discovers a hidden AI camera in her rental car recording her and warning about unsafe driving
A woman recently took to social media after discovering that her Audi rental car's dashboard contained a camera recording her every move. It also gave verbal reminders to wear a seat belt and avoid unsafe driving behavior.Read Entire Articl

The dream of AirPods with removable batteries is still seemingly out of reach, and it's all because of a new EU ruling
Apple fans have been clamoring for AirPods with removable batteries to make them repairable, but it's likely not coming any time soon thanks to a new EU ruling.

Apple’s Back to School promo doesn’t add up
Macworld At long last, Apple finally announced its Back to School promotion, and at first glance, it seems similar to previous years. You can get a gift card valued at up to $150 for buying a new MacBook Pro, or $100 for buying a MacBook Ai

8 Sam's Club Electronics With Deep Discounts To Look Out For In July 2026
The dog days of summer are here, and there's no better time to supplement your relaxation with this selection of deeply discounted deals from Sam's Club.
OnePlus's death is bad. Oppo's refusal to replace it is worse
It's not even worth the effort
vivo T5 Lite is here with a Dimensity 6300 SoC, 6,500mAh battery
The vivo T5 Lite has gone official in India as the latest addition to the T5 series. The smartphone will go on sale from July 22 and will be available in two color options. It is powered by MediaTek's Dimensity 6300 chipset and packs a 6,50

‘No company is going to go to jail for you’: Proton’s CTO on balancing privacy, policy, and trust
Today on Decoder, we’ve got the first of a two-part series on the systems that run the world: I’m talking with Bart Butler, the CTO of Proton, the company that makes private and secure productivity software. You probably know it best for Pr
Google Pixel 11: Ultimate Preview Guide
The post Google Pixel 11: Ultimate Preview Guide appeared first on Android Headlines.

First Galaxy S26 One UI 9 stable build has surfaced
One UI 9 is Samsung's next major firmware update, and while the beta versions have been out for some time now, the stable iterations have yet to break ground. Where there's no confirmation as yet that this has actually happened, some report

OnePlus will continue software updates, all devices move to ColorOS with Android 17
OnePlus is effectively dead in most of the world, but software updates will continue. They just won’t be the same, as OxygenOS is going away and will instead be replaced by ColorOS.

This big and powerful JBL speaker is the ultimate summer companion at $100 off
The Xtreme 4 is impossible to resist at this price.
This retro-style home phone lets kids call friends without apps, browsers, or social media
Pinwheel, the US company that sells modified Android smartphones designed for children and teenagers, has just launched the Pinwheel Home.Read Entire Article

JBL Flip 7 Bluetooth speaker plummets below $90 after limited-time deal
The speaker packs a punch and is a no-brainer choice at this price.
Editorial: The Edge 70 Max exposes a bigger problem with Motorola's software update policy
This year, Motorola's software update policy has become increasingly difficult to keep track of. Take the recently announced Edge 70 Max as an example. The product pages on Motorola's UK, German and Indian websites all promise "up to 3 Andr

Why does wireless Android Auto use both Bluetooth and Wi-Fi?
Bluetooth and Wi-Fi work in tandem to power the wireless Android Auto experience.

5 Devices That Work Just Fine On 2.4 GHz Wi-Fi
Before connecting every gadget to your fastest Wi Fi network, it's worth knowing which devices are actually better off staying on 2.4 GHz.

Vivo launches T5 Lite 44W 5G with 6500mAh battery, Dimensity 6300, IP65 & MIL-STD-810H durability
Vivo has released the T5 Lite 44W 5G in India, a new budget smartphone that prioritizes battery capacity and physical durability over display resolution. Vivo T5 Lite 44W 5G Specifications The T5 Lite features a 6,500mAh battery. Vivo says

Galaxy Z Flip 8 Specs Just Leaked, and There Are No Real Surprises
The post Galaxy Z Flip 8 Specs Just Leaked, and There Are No Real Surprises appeared first on Android Headlines.

Honor MagicOS 10 July 2026 update is out for first batch devices
Honor has started rolling out the MagicOS 10 July 2026 update version for the first batch of devices. The company is sending several prominent features and improvements to its phones and tablets, enhancing the overall user experience to a g

Apple Intelligence approved for launch in China with Alibaba and Baidu
The deal, which was rumored to be in the works last year, marks an important step for Apple's AI ambitions in a key market.

Why Did Apple Bring Back MagSafe Charging On MacBooks After It Was Discontinued?
Apple's 2016 MacBook Pro dropped MagSafe in favor of USB-C, only for the magnetic charging port to return five years later. Here's what changed.

OnePlus officially shuts down in the US and Europe, but not India (yet)
The end is here. OnePlus has officially announced that it is shutting down operations in the US and Europe and has detailed what’s happening next.

OpenAI’s debut hardware is the Codex Micro, a smart keypad for controlling AI agents
OpenAI has finally entered the hardware space, but its first product is not the screenless AI companion that recent rumours suggested. Instead, the company has introduced the Codex Micro, a compact keypad built for developers using its Code

Verizon rules 5G in the latest carrier speed test, but you shouldn't care
The Big Three go head-to-head once again, and it's a close contest
Realme C100x debuts in India
The Realme C100x, unveiled about a couple of months ago, made its debut today in India. The headline feature of the Realme C100x is its 8,000 mAh battery (some countries have 7,500 mAh battery) with 45W charging support. The smartphone is b

Galaxy S26 Ultra’s red screen stain is a software issue, not OLED burn-in
Earlier this week, we reported that some Galaxy S26 Ultra units displayed a rectangular red stain in the center of their screens. Users affected by the issue were worried that it could be an OLED hardware defect. However, Samsung has report

Huawei HarmonyOS 7 closed beta could debut next month
Huawei is developing the next software iteration for its devices – HarmonyOS 7.0, and it may release the first closed beta build of this OS version by next month. A new piece of information on this matter reveals the launch timeline of the

Linux is not a "social warrior project," says its creator Linus Torvalds as he puts his foot firmly down against anti-AI comments
The creator of Linux has been responding to comments regarding AI use when it comes to the Linux kernel, and it's fair to say the case is now closed.

Take a run with these $30 earbuds, and you’ll never use AirPods again
Macworld JLab Go Sport+ earbuds My favorite running earbuds cost less than $30 Learn more (function () { document.querySelector("#sticky-promo-block a").addEventListener("click", function(e) { const debug = document.location.host.search(/ln

You can now grant Claude access to your 1Password credentials
1Password lets you use Claude agents for personal chores without exposing your credentials.

Vital Signals puts continuous blood pressure monitoring into a ring
Vital Signals promises its algorithmic blood pressure monitoring ring will reshape how we live with hypertension and other cardiac conditions

EU demands Google give AI rivals more access to Android
Google has been ordered by the EU to open up key Android handset features to rival AI voice assistants.

Galaxy Tab S12 Ultra CADs Leak Ahead of IFA, and Not Much Is Changing
The post Galaxy Tab S12 Ultra CADs Leak Ahead of IFA, and Not Much Is Changing appeared first on Android Headlines.
Steam Machine benchmarks show SteamOS and Windows 11 within a few frames of each other in most games
A brief benchmark from ETA Prime shows that games running on Valve's Steam Machine via Windows 11 mostly achieve framerates similar to SteamOS. However, one synthetic benchmark gives Windows a significant advantage.Read Entire Article

5 Travel Trailers That Are Basically Little Luxury Homes On Wheels
If you want to go camping, but you want all the same luxuries you get at home, these trailers will make you want to live off the grid full time.

Goodbye Realme UI 8 and OxygenOS 17? Realme and OnePlus are moving to ColorOS 17
Realme has officially confirmed a major software change for its smartphones in India. The company has revealed that upcoming devices will no longer ship with Realme UI, signalling a new direction for its software strategy while also alignin

My tablet was gathering dust until a productivity app gave it another lease on life
A little tablet hits the big time

Global Smartphone Shipments Just Hit Their Lowest Point Since 2013
The post Global Smartphone Shipments Just Hit Their Lowest Point Since 2013 appeared first on Android Headlines.

Why Your OLED TV Gets Hot – And How To Fix It
OLED TVs have great colors, but they can also get really hot. This is because of how they work, and there are a few ways you can cool them down.

I finally stopped digging through bookmarks thanks to NotebookLM
It became my searchable library for everything I read online

OnePlus is making its biggest regional exit yet, and existing users need to know this
OnePlus has announced a major change to its global business strategy that will affect customers in Europe and North America. While the company says support for existing devices will continue, its latest announcement outlines significant cha

Huawei Nova 15 series models seeing a major price increase
After the MatePad tablets, Huawei Nova 15 series models are seeing a major price increase. The Chinese phone maker has raised the price of its previous-generation mid-rangers, probably to cut off the pressure of the rising component costs.

RIP OnePlus: the flagship killer era may be over as the brand leaves key markets
It's finally time to say goodbye to OnePlus.

Galaxy Watch 9 and Watch Ultra 2 Specs Appear — Here's the Full Picture
The post Galaxy Watch 9 and Watch Ultra 2 Specs Appear — Here's the Full Picture appeared first on Android Headlines.
George Lucas says rejecting AI is like choosing the horse and buggy over cars
Lucas expressed his opinion of AI in an interview with A Rabbit's Foot to promote the Lucas Museum of Narrative Art.Read Entire Article
I ditched most of my Chrome extensions after Gemini could do their job
The best Chrome extension might be no extension at all
nubia NaviX Ultra is the company's take on an AI Agentic phone
Last week, nubia teased the arrival of an AI agent-powered smartphone at the World Artificial Intelligence Conference (WAIC) in China. The company has now officially unveiled the nubia NaviX Ultra. nubia is yet to reveal the NaviX Ultra's s

The Gemini theory of everything
Welcome back to Inbox, hope you’re having a great Thursday so far. Yesterday, like many people in the northeast, I woke up to smoky skies and an acrid haze I could practically taste. Things definitely feel a little apocalyptic, but at least

Galaxy Z Flip 8 leaks in full with almost no changes; still no Snapdragon [Gallery]
Alongside plenty of other Samsung leaks, a new report offers up the full details of the Galaxy Z Flip 8, and there’s a reason nobody is particularly excited about this one.

Apple Maps ads won’t include plumbers, crypto, or bail bondsmen
Macworld We’ve known for some time that adverts are coming to Apple Maps. The leaker-analyst Mark Gurman claimed as long ago as February 2025 that Apple was exploring the idea, and it became official when the company announced its new Apple

Hyundai reportedly looking to take total control of robotics giant Boston Dynamics
Hyundai could soon own Boston Dynamics in full.

Final Fantasy Resonance's latest trailer showcases more of its gorgeous HD-2D pixel art — I wish future games would adopt it
Square Enix has recently released a new trailer for Final Fantasy Resonance, showcasing more of its beautiful HD-2D pixel art graphics for its environments, cutscenes, and combat system.

Air Force Engineer Charged In Alleged Flock Camera Destruction Spree
Many Americans aren't fans of Flock's cameras, but Virginia Police allege that this Air Force engineer took his dislike of the cameras to the next level.

These leaked Galaxy Tab S12 Ultra images will make you wonder why Samsung is even bothering
Samsung is basically preparing to release the same ultra-high-end Android tablet for the fifth consecutive year.

This is the new tech that will power MG’s next wave of EVs and hybrids
JSW MG Motor India has introduced a new vehicle platform that is set to shape its upcoming range of electrified vehicles. Called MG ADAPT, the architecture has been designed to support multiple powertrain technologies instead of being limit

Ultrahuman’s former hardware VP raises $5.5M for devices that control AI agents, not just record you
Aina is going to pilot a new device in the coming weeks.

Why Do Optical Computer Mice Always Use Red Lights?
That red glow under your optical mouse isn't just a random design choice. It comes down to sensor behavior, cost, and what already works well.

Redditors solve the case of the holey Apple Watch
Macworld Based on the experience of some people on Reddit, anyone opting for an Apple Watch with an aluminium case should perhaps bear one thing in mind: Your body chemistry can affect the durability of the watch’s case. On r/AppleWatch, Sp
Stripe and Advent offer more than $53 billion to buy PayPal and create a payments giant
The structure is what makes the offer unusual. Rather than carve up PayPal and sell off the parts, Stripe and Advent want to hold the company together, splitting ownership evenly between them, the people said.Read Entire Article

Ryobi's New USB Lithium Handheld Fan Fits In Your Pocket And Runs For 17 Hours Straight
Tired of your portable fan dying halfway through a hot day? Discover the new pocket-sized gadget from Ryobi that delivers an incredible 17 hours of cooling.

The Galaxy Tab S10 FE+ suddenly pops up at $220 off at Walmart
This tablet punches way above its weight, especially at this price.

Nubia teases world’s first AI agent phone
The ZTE sub-brand just started teasing its upcoming flagship, boldly calling it the world’s first AI agent smartphone. It’s set to make its official debut at the World Artificial Intelligence Conference (WAIC 2026) in Shanghai from July 17
Comfer Launcher's hidden gestures ended my search for a Pixel Launcher replacement
It's a brilliant example of how to make a minimalist launcher fun

Meta will alert parents if their teens discuss self harm with Meta AI tools
Meta has rolled out a new safeguard for teens' AI interactions.

Meta now alerts parents if their teen discussed suicide or self-harm with its AI chatbot
The updates come as Meta and other tech companies are facing scrutiny from regulators and parents around how AI chatbots respond to users in crisis, particularly teenagers.

REVIEW: Turtle Beach Stealth Pro II for Xbox and PC — An absolutely spectacular multi-platform headset, with Turtle Beach's BEST audio EVER
Turtle Beach has another absolute banger on its hands, with a refreshed design that looks at home either while gaming or commuting. There are a couple of minor gripes, but this otherwise flawless headset is a top-shelf pick.

Best MacBook Neo accessories: Chargers, hubs, stands and more
Macworld The MacBook Neo, Apple’s entry-level laptop officially announced in early March 2026, is a sensation, bringing the Mac to a whole new market with its low price but surprisingly powerful specs and features. For just $699 you get the
OnePlus officially exits Europe and North America, will continue in India
OnePlus has announced that it will be exiting the European and North American markets. In a separate announcement, the company confirmed that its India operations will continue. For European and North American markets, the company will no l

Huawei Pura 100 Pro Max could be first Pura phone with dual-layer OLED
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Galaxy Z Fold 8 and Z Fold 8 Ultra specifications reportedly leak
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Huawei Mate XT 2 patent shows U-shaped tri-fold design
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Google is opening the floodgates to third-party app stores on Android next week
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Android 17 QPR1 Beta 7 rolling out for Pixel
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Dispatch’s long‑awaited Xbox Series X|S debut is finally confirmed, and it arrives in less than two weeks with full Xbox Play Anywhere support
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Xiaomi launches a smart bathroom heater that automates lighting, heating and airflow
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Alienware made an "entry-level" gaming laptop with RTX 5050 graphics — but this 15-inch PC needs more than NVIDIA's clever upscaling tech to offset its downsides.
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Samsung introduces Flex Titanium, a new foldable screen tech with reduced creasing
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Xbox adds 52 more titles to 'Stream Your Own Games,' including Black Ops 6 and indie classics
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Microsoft deleted a hacked user's 25-year-old Xbox account, along with his OneDrive baby photos
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Boston Dynamics tests Spot as a delivery assistant that carries packages
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OpenAI’s first device could be a screenless AI speaker that moves
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Enthusiast project turns the Steam Controller into a cross-platform gamepad
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This viral Steam PC horror game is coming exclusive to Xbox on consoles next week, with Game Pass and Play Anywhere
Bun Muen, the developer of the upcoming viral indie horror game Shift At Midnight, has announced that, in addition to PC, it's also coming to Xbox consoles, Xbox Game Pass, and Xbox Play Anywhere on July 22, 2026.

Microsoft's Snapdragon X2 Surface Laptop 8 and Pro 12 for Business are now available
The Snapdragon X2-powered Surface Laptop 8 and Surface Pro 12 for Business are officially available. Here is what you need to know.

We Tested Linux VS Win 11 - One Huge Catch!? It SHOULDN’T work this well
For decades, PC gaming meant Windows. No choice, no debate. But in 2026, Windows 10 is dead(ish), Windows 11 keeps getting heavier, and Linux gaming is better than it's ever been.

I tested Windows 11's overhauled search experience, and I think Microsoft has finally fixed it: Windows Search is now more accurate and easier to use
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GOG gently reminds us that it's the leading PC gaming platform to offer full DRM-free games — yes, you can keep them forever
Faith in the preservation of digital media has been shattered thanks to Sony and Microsoft's recent actions, but GOG.com has come to restore it by reminding gamers that it's the only legal digital storefront where you can buy DRM-free games

The Xbox action RPG that proved to me Game Freak is capable of more than just Pokémon just released a new trailer
Game Freak, the studio most famous for developing the mainline Pokémon games, has uploaded a new gameplay trailer showing off the complex combat system of its upcoming action RPG, Beast of Reincarnation.

I Revived MSN Messenger and Its Forgotten Companion Gadget!
MSN Messenger used to be the way people talked online in the 2000s… but it's long gone since 2013. Today I tried to bring it back to life.

MS-03 Hands On First Look! Desktop GPU Power in a Mini PC
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Hisense A10 is an E Ink smartphone with a detachable LCD screen on the back
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Lilbits: Punkt MC03 Google-free Android phone now shipping, AYANEO Pocket Micro 2 goes up for pre-order (again)
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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

Crowdfunding begins for Open Book Touch, an open source eReader
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PocketMage PDA with E Ink screen and QWERTY keyboard hits crowdfunding for $185 and up
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Beelink launches EQi Wildcat Lake mini PC for $509 and up
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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,

Gemini 3.5 Pro delays due to coding performance, upgraded Flash model in testing
In mid-May, Google announced Gemini 3.5 Flash at I/O 2026 and said the Pro version would arrive in June. On stage, Google said it was “showing great improvements.” That deadline has passed with no update on when to expect it.

'Stargate' $16B AI Data Center Project Just United Left and Right in Protest
The post 'Stargate' $16B AI Data Center Project Just United Left and Right in Protest appeared first on Android Headlines.

Marvel Comics Finally Has a New Editor-in-Chief
Stephen Wacker is taking over for the controversial C.B. Cebulski, who's held the gig since 2017.

Change these 5 Google Wallet settings and stop wasting time at checkout
Make some simple changes to spend less time in line paying for stuff.

Fedora quietly turned into a serious gaming distro while everyone argued about Ubuntu
Fedora has transformed the Linux gaming sphere without making a name for itself
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What's The Fastest Charging Speed For An iPad?
Charging up your iPad can sometimes feel like it takes forever. But new fast charging technology is starting to make that change. But there's a trick to it.

Samsung's new ad “explains” why Spider-Man uses a Galaxy Z Flip 8 in Brand New Day
Trailers of the upcoming movie, Spider-Man: Brand New Day, have shown the titular character using a Samsung foldable. Now, Samsung has released a new video advert that explains how that decision came to be.
I genuinely don't understand what Google is thinking with these Pixel 11 series prices
Yes, memory costs are bad for all smartphone manufacturers, but if Google wants its Pixel 11 family to succeed, it needs to find a way to reduce these rumored prices.

Microsoft accused of unfair labor practices by US and Canadian video game unions
Charges filed with the NLRB accuse Xbox of bad faith bargaining.

GeForce NOW is letting players revisit a classic Capcom series
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Trump’s Teleprompter Guy Allegedly Made $100k Betting on the President’s Speeches
The White House press secretary insisted, "there are very strict ethical guidelines here at the White House," on Thursday.

AI-powered software could recover 300GW of hidden capacity for the US power grid, enough to power thousands of AI data centers
GridCARE claims its software can unlock 300 GW of hidden transmission capacity, easing rising electricity demand without expanding infrastructure.

NTSB investigators confirm Tesla driver overrode Full Self-Driving system in fatal crash
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration is also investigating the crash

With ‘The Odyssey’ in Theaters, Another ‘Odyssey’ Is Already Coming
A more realistic, grounded version of Homer's tale is now being adapted for TV.

I asked Claude to build 3 Excel automations—and it saved me hours of manual work
From creating spreadsheets to generating PDF reports, Claude handled far more of the workbook development than I expected.

The Nvidia Shield TV Pro is one of the few streaming devices with this useful port
Nvidia includes a proper Gigabit Ethernet port in its top-tier streaming device

I don't want a thinner Galaxy Z Fold 8 — I want Samsung to fix this instead
Fodlable phones have their make or break moment this year. Samsung needs to get every little detail right for them to succeed.

No sleep score, no steps: this Signal smart ring from an ex-Google head is focused on cracking cuffless, calibration-less blood pressure readings
The Signal Ring has been created by an ex-Google head and "a very smart group of multidisciplined people focused on a single problem" — blood pressure.

China beats Elon Musk’s Neuralink to the world’s first commercial brain-computer interface implant — car crash victim given coin-sized chip that turns neural signals into hand movements
Regulatory approval of brain implants in China mean they can now be fixed to the brains of anyone who wants to try them.

Visa launched a stablecoin platform that sent Circle shares tumbling six percent
Visa launched the Visa Stablecoin Platform on Thursday, a new infrastructure product that lets banks and payment processors issue, manage, and settle stablecoin transactions through Visa’s network. The platform launches with native support

macOS 27 Golden Gate Public Beta showcases its namesake in wallpaper
Macworld Apple used to include perfect images for dynamic wallpapers and screensavers to showcase the namesake of its Mac operating systems: a dune in the Mojave Desert (Mac OS X El Capitan); a bird’s-eye view of Catalina Island (macOS Cata

5 Micro Center Finds With Deep Discounts In July 2026
It's the middle of July, so it's a good time to start thinking about back-to-school supplies and all the sales retailers like Micro Center have.
OpenAI's first hardware product is a $230 mini keypad for AI coding
Late last year, OpenAI announced a partnership with former Apple designer Jony Ive to build a screen-free AI gadget. Details are still pending, but the company said the gadget would be equipped with multiple cameras and sensors for spatial

New Sony Xperia smartphone rears its head with headphone jack before global release
A new Sony Xperia smartphone has revealed itself in a new leak. Expected to launch globally later this year, the Xperia 10 VIII will retain the 3.5 mm headphone jack, a fan favourite feature that has been removed by almost every other smart

US Navy Service Leader Sends Stern Message To America's Military-Tech Strategists
The U.S. Navy isn't entirely happy with the development timelines of its tech and is looking to speed things up with a new approach to military research.

The AMD Ryzen 7 7700X3D chip is now available for $329
Reasonable specs for a reasonable price.

Kalshi says it caught Trump’s teleprompter operator insider trading
Kalshi users betting on what President Donald Trump would say during his speeches were reportedly up against tough competition: the president's teleprompter operator. ABC News reports that federal investigators believe Gabriel Perez - Trump
Google demonstrates new on-device AI features for Pixel 10
At Google I/O India, the company showed off exciting new features for Pixel's next-generation on-device AI.

Hack Reveals Suno AI Scraped Millions of YouTube Music Songs to Train Its AI
The post Hack Reveals Suno AI Scraped Millions of YouTube Music Songs to Train Its AI appeared first on Android Headlines.
Google Vids now lets you star in your own AI videos
Google is adding personalized AI avatars to Vids that let users create videos starring a digital version of themselves, alongside Gemini Omni-powered tools for generating and editing videos from prompts and reference images.

‘Reverse Recruiter’ Startup Wants You to Pay If Its AI Agent Finds You a Job
The sloppification of life is coming for your paycheck.

I added a second SSD to my PC for one boring reason, and it made Windows feel cleaner overnight
Adding a second SSD frees up storage and makes my files quick to access.
EU adds exemptions to its removable battery rule for smartwatches, fitness trackers, ear buds
Back in 2022, the EU prepared new legislation that will bring back user-replaceable batteries on electronic devices. This will go into effect in February 2027, but some companies are already making the jump – for example, Nintendo released

Don't lose sleep over reports of 260 Starlink satellites deorbiting
SpaceX deorbiting satellites isn't a cause for worry, but scientists are still looking into the environmental impacts of frequent satellite deorbits.

Roblox launches an AI-powered game-creation feature in its mobile app
Roblox's new "Build" feature lets users generate basic games using a single text prompt.

Humble intros new Steam Deck Verified game bundle with $5 starting price
Deal | The Humble Handhelds is a new game collection, and, as the name suggests, it features games perfect for playing on a gaming handheld. It’s a 7-game collection, with a total retail value of over $150 and an all-time low of $39.27. All

Russia to launch Rassvet Starlink rival within days with 318-strong satellite constellation expected by 2028
Russia appears ready to launch more Rassvet satellites, advancing plans for a 318-satellite communications constellation expected by 2028.

5 Classic Movies Every Cinephile Should Own On 4K Blu-Ray
Blu-Ray has taken some of the most classic movies in cinematic history and turned them into a special experience.

The EU is forcing Google to open Android to rival AI and share its search data
Google will have to let rival AI assistants run on Android the way its own Gemini does. It must also hand some of its search data to competitors. The European Commission set out both requirements on Thursday. The two decisions fall under th

YouTube Music is testing a major visual upgrade for its Now Playing screen
It's time for things to get modern

HP releases new 16-inch laptop globally with 64 GB RAM and 120 Hz VRR display
HP has released a new 16-inch laptop globally. Featuring up to 64 GB of RAM and PCIe Gen 5 SSDs, the ZBook 8 G2a 16 also comes with numerous AMD Ryzen AI 400 processors up to and including the Ryzen AI 9 HX Pro 470.

Steam game cartridges: Gamer turns old SSDs into game modules
The future of gaming is digital, a fact that Sony has demonstrated by discontinuing the production of game discs. A gaming enthusiast is now showing that there’s another way, and is transforming old-fashioned 2.5-inch SSDs into Steam game m

Anthropic Accidentally Creates the Best Anti-AI Ad Ever
The post Anthropic Accidentally Creates the Best Anti-AI Ad Ever appeared first on Android Headlines.
Microsoft's latest Patch Tuesday fixes 570 security bugs, but some Dell PCs will have to wait
A month after fixing 200 individual flaws across Windows and other software products, Microsoft is now breaking new ground with another massive Patch Tuesday release. The July cumulative update for Windows 11 (KB5101650) addresses 570 secur

The First Trailer For ‘Cocoon—One Summer of Girlhood’ is Ready to Make You Cry
Studio Ghibli alumni SASAYURI's debut anime feature, based on Machiko Kyo's josei manga, hits theaters on September 4.
This mobile productivity app replaced my Pomodoro timer with a climbing game, and it actually works
Watching a tiny climber reach the summit turned out to be more motivating than watching a countdown.

Firefox vs Edge: fresh shots fired in browser wars as Mozilla report accuses Microsoft of using 'harmful design' to undermine choice in Windows 11
'Microsoft continues to deploy harmful design to undermine people's browser choice': Mozilla report concludes that Windows still isn't a level playing field.

Suno trained its AI on millions of songs from YouTube Music, Deezer and other sites, new hack reveals — and critics have branded it 'staggering theft'
Suno has previously faced criticism for building an AI song creator on copyrighted works, and here's more evidence.

New York governor says she’s using AI to analyze ‘every single rule’ in the state
New York Governor Kathy Hochul might have just signed a moratorium on new AI data centers in the state, but she's not against using the technology herself. During an interview with Bloomberg's Odd Lots podcast, Hochul said that her team is

Ecovacs’ self-cleaning Deebot X11 has hit a new low price
Sometimes it feels like keeping your floors clean is one of those never-ending chores, which is why it's nice to have a versatile robot vacuum take it off your hands. The Ecovacs Deebot X11 robovac / mop hybrid is designed to do just that,

All the Times Trump Has Falsely Claimed Something Is AI
"If something happens really bad, just blame AI,” Trump has said.

AI and a brain implant restored a paralysed man’s movement and touch
Researchers have restored hand movement and the sense of touch to a man paralysed from the chest down. The results, published in Nature Medicine, suggest the technology partly rewired his nervous system. The system, called a “double neural

Great news for Steam Deck LCD repairability, confirms iFixit
Following the news of Valve phasing out replacement parts for the original Steam Deck, the community was upset. It now looks like Valve still plans on supporting the console through iFixit for the foreseeable future.

All of a sudden, Apple is winning AI
Macworld Has Apple focused too much on AI over the past few years, or not enough? It depends on who you ask. On the one hand, the topic is faddish, inescapable, and faintly apocalyptic, and I get thoroughly depressed listening to AI buzzwor

Feds Misused Crowd-Control Weapons Over 400 Times During Immigration Protests, Doctors Report
A physicians’ group has documented over 100 injuries caused by federal agents deploying nonlethal weapons in ways that violated manufacturer guidance and their own agency’s policies.

Verizon cuts 3,000 retail jobs as AI replaces customer service and stores move to franchises
Verizon is cutting about 3,000 employees from its corporate-owned retail stores and transferring 274 locations to independent operators, Bloomberg reported on Thursday. The changes take effect on August 16 and will leave the largest US mobi

Google preps letting you customize Gemini voices by Speed, Energy, and more
After releasing two new options after I/O, Google might soon let you customize Gemini voice across four parameters.

Microsoft Comic Chat, an IRC client from 30 years ago that helped popularize Comic Sans, is going open source
The source code behind Microsoft's 30 year old Comic Chat IRC client is now available on Github for the first time.

The one setting that keeps my Samsung Galaxy running its best
And it happens automatically on a weekly schedule.

Sonos brings tab navigation, speaker sorting and more to its app
Sonos has added some handy quality-of-life updates to its mobile app.

Android users benefit considerably from the EU's new Google rules
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MagicX announces pocket-friendly handheld with high-resolution OLED display
MagicX has announced a new retro handheld. Returning to its pocketable roots, the new handheld is its first to adopt an OLED panel. The unnamed OLED handheld will output at 768p too, despite only having a 3.3-inch display.

A Cleaner Look: YouTube Music Tests Stunning Fullscreen Album Art on Now Playing
The post A Cleaner Look: YouTube Music Tests Stunning Fullscreen Album Art on Now Playing appeared first on Android Headlines.

Oil giant BP shutters its corporate venture arm after 20 years
BP Ventures is shutting down, ending a nearly 20-year run that was marked by reportedly lackluster returns.

Linux doesn't force me to use the terminal—these 3 tools prove it
The Linux terminal is powerful, but these three graphical apps handle everyday tasks without typing a single command.

I stopped mounting every NAS folder and my file management actually got simpler
I stopped mounting every NAS folder and started using browser access, direct links, and shares only where they actually made sense.
Infinix Xpad 30 Pro surfaces in retailer listing, here are its main specs
Infinix just unveiled the Hot 70 Pro today, and the company is also working on a new tablet. Meet the Infinix Xpad 30 Pro, which has been prematurely listed on a Belarusian retailer’s website. A listing for the device was also spotted on In

5 Milwaukee Home Improvement Tools Under $100 Worth Adding To Your Collection
Before spending hundreds on your next tool, take a look at these Milwaukee favorites. They're all under $100 and backed by positive customer reviews.

Today’s Android app deals and freebies: MEGA MAN X, Little Big Workshop, Ace Attorney Trilogy, more
Your afternoon lineup of the best Android game and app deals is now ready to roll, including titles like MEGA MAN X, Little Big Workshop, Ace Attorney Trilogy, GHOST TRICK, LEGO Bricktales, Endurance: dead space Premium, Neighbours from Hel

29 countries sign a treaty to establish the World AI Cooperation Organization
Twenty-nine countries signed an agreement on 16 July to establish the World AI Cooperation Organization (WAICO), Reuters reported. China says the intergovernmental body aims to promote international cooperation and global governance in AI.
TSMC plans include at least four more 2nm fabs in $100 billion Arizona expansion
The announcement came as the Taiwanese giant posted another record quarterly profit and raised its 2026 capital expenditure forecast to as much as $64 billion.Read Entire Article

Meteorite That Crashed Into New Jersey Home Contains Rare Ingredients of Life
An analysis of the space rock traced its origin to a primitive asteroid from the early solar system.

Whoop’s patent points to needle-free blood sugar tracking in a wearable
Whoop is working on a non-invasive way to measure blood sugar. That is not based on a leak, but on an official patent filed by the company itself. It also raises a number of questions.

Microsoft rolls out 6 helpful new Windows 11 Insider features for early July, including one built to protect your PC from disaster
Windows 11 Insider builds for early July add Cloud rebuild, Windows Search changes, Taskbar positioning, Pro Education upgrades, and recovery improvements.

Lenovo Tab Plus Gen 2 is a $400 Android tablet with a 12.1 inch screen and a BIG speaker
The Lenovo Tab Plus Gen 2 is an Android tablet that’s clearly made for media consumption. It has a 12.1 inch, 2560 x 1600 pixel, 120 Hz display with up to 800 nits brightness and support for Dolby Vision and HDR 10. And there’s also a massi

How Long Do Android Tablets Last? Here's What Users Say
You may not consider an Android tablet to be as important of a purchase as your Android phone, but you can expect a similar lifespan, according to users.

Microsoft is giving away Sony WH-1000XM6 headphones with select Surface Pro and Surface Laptop models
Microsoft is running a new promotion, thanks to which you can get the Sony WH-1000XM6 headphones worth $458 for free when you buy a new Surface Pro or Surface Laptop. The promotion is live until July 31 and only applies to certain configura

Uber’s $14.8B Delivery Hero deal would nearly double its global footprint
Uber has agreed to acquire Delivery Hero in a $14.8 billion all-stock deal that would nearly double the company’s global footprint and create one of the world’s largest food-delivery platforms outside China.

Google Finally Kills the Most Awkward Name in Tech: NotebookLM Is Now Gemini Notebook
The post Google Finally Kills the Most Awkward Name in Tech: NotebookLM Is Now Gemini Notebook appeared first on Android Headlines.
Ryzen 7 7700X3D delivers the gaming performance, but not the value
Early reviews of AMD's new Ryzen 7 7700X3D show a capable gaming CPU that performs close to the Ryzen 7 7800X3D. However, its launch price and weaker productivity performance make it difficult to recommend. Our full review is coming soon.Re

Google renames NotebookLM to Gemini Notebook and expands code execution to Pro users
Google is renaming NotebookLM to Gemini Notebook, folding one of its most popular AI products into the Gemini brand while keeping it as a standalone tool. The company said on Thursday that the rebrand reflects how deeply the research assist

Microsoft nemesis returns with another zero-day PoC — but is 'LegacyHive' as nasty as expected?
Chaotic Eclipse is back with a new Windows 11 zero-day called LegacyHive.

New GPD Win Max 3 launch window revealed with Intel Arc G3 Extreme version teased
GPD has finally confirmed the existence of a new Win Max handheld. Launching with AMD Strix Halo processor and a 1,050-nit OLED display, the GPD Win Max 3 is also set to receive an Intel Arc G3 Extreme version. GPD has revealed when its new

Rogbid launches Breeze handheld fan with metal unibody, cooling plate & LED light
Rogbid has announced the Breeze, a new portable handheld fan. Unlike most portable fans that rely on standard plastic housings, the Breeze is built with an aluminum alloy unibody. Rogbid Breeze Specifications The fan features a built-in sem

The no-regrets sedan more buyers should consider
The best sedan isn't always the fastest—it's the one you'll still love owning years later.

Finally, a Brutally Honest Anime About the Forbidden Love of Fighting Games
'Young Ladies Don't Play Fighting Games' is chock full of johns, pop offs, scrublord-worthy quotes, and demure girls hopping on some good-ass 'Street Fighter 6.'

Codex is technically better than Claude Code, but I stopped using it for one specific reason
I'd defend it in any argument except this one

Fans get first glimpse of One UI 9 on a Galaxy S25 and new My FanCam feature
Fans are getting their first look at Samsung's One UI 9 update running on a Galaxy S25 series phone. Screenshots showing an early internal One UI 9 test build running on a Galaxy S25+ have made their way online. The screenshots come from Fa

Newsletter platform Beehiiv now lets subscribers chat with each other, adds AI
Beehiiv is launching an AI Copilot to help publishers with user growth and analytics.

Google is better at playing the AI regulations game
Today, the European Union ordered Google to give its AI rivals greater access to Android, the open-source operating system that powers billions of devices worldwide. The demand is hardly surprising. It may look like a defeat on paper for Go

The End of OnePlus in the US & Europe Is the End of Something Special
The post The End of OnePlus in the US & Europe Is the End of Something Special appeared first on Android Headlines.

Galaxy Buds 3 Pro receives new software update
Samsung is rolling out a new update for the Galaxy Buds 3 Pro, a minor update that focuses on stability and reliability rather than new features. Initially available in South Korea, the update is expected to reach other markets gradually.

SWISSto12 raised $70M, and it is that rare thing: a profitable space startup
Most space-hardware startups raise money because they are burning it. SWISSto12 raised $70m while turning a profit, an unusual thing in the satellite business. The Swiss company closed the €61m round days after ESA member states put $84.8m

3 Common Problems With Arlo Cameras
Arlo security cameras may seem like a popular pick for setting up your home security system, but users caution against some recurring problems.

Get ready, a massive iPad mini upgrade may be coming soon
Macworld According to a new report by Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman, the “biggest overhaul to the iPad mini in half a decade” is coming as soon as this October. The new version of Apple’s smallest tablet includes an upgrade to an OLED display fro

Roblox will let people use AI to make games on their phone
Roblox is about to let people make games with AI right inside its mobile app, which could make a platform that's already filled with content of questionable quality feel even more overloaded. The company has embraced AI with open arms, incl

The US Navy Is Going Next-Gen With Its Autonomous Warfare Program
The US Navy is launching a massive initiative to replace human patrols with AI. Discover the new program bringing autonomous drone swarms to the sea.

‘It wasn't a decision made in a rush’: OnePlus explains why it’s just quit the US and Europe — and answers our 5 biggest questions about what it means
OnePlus is officially quitting the US and Europe, but what exactly does that mean for current users and the future? We asked OnePlus and Oppo to find out.

47 requests, zero answers — How Proton VPN keeps saying no to data demands
Proton VPN's updated transparency report shows 47 data requests in the first half of 2026. These were all rejected because its audited no-logs policy leaves nothing to hand over.

X cracks down on creators who steal content
X will use Grok AI to better detect stolen content, redirect payouts to original creators, and crack down on engagement bait.

Xpeng’s L03 is the first Chinese EV to put proprietary AI driving chips in a mass-market car
Xpeng debuted the L03 on Wednesday in Munich, launching its most internationally ambitious electric vehicle simultaneously across 65 markets. The coupe-SUV is built around the company’s proprietary Turing AI chips, with every trim shipping

PlayStation Summer sale brings up to 90% off, Resident Evil Requiem, Saros, Ghost of Yotei discounted
PlayStation Summer sale kicked off on July 15 and will go on till August 12. There are major discounts on AAA titles, both new and old. Some of the titles are discounted by up to 90%.

Roblox is Adding AI Game Creation to iPhone and iPad
Online game platform Roblox today said it is adding a new Build tool that will let iPhone and iPad users create games using AI. With the mobile-first Build option, Roblox users can write a text-based prompt and have AI turn it into a basic

1Password for Claude Lets AI Log In Without Seeing Your Passwords
Popular password management app 1Password today added Claude support, which means AI service Claude can access credentials stored in 1Password for completing browser tasks. With the integration, Claude can use 1Password logins and one-time

Apple Sued Over Reported 'Hide My Email' Flaw
Apple this week was sued over a reported "Hide My Email" flaw that could expose a user's real email address. The proposed class action lawsuit alleges that Apple violated California's false advertising law and other consumer protection stat
Apple's Chipmaker Pledges $100 Billion More for US Plants
Apple chip supplier TSMC has announced a $100 billion increase to its U.S. chip investment, bringing its total commitment to $265 billion. The increase was confirmed by the White House and the Department of Commerce alongside TSMC's second
Apple Begins Selling Refurbished iPad Mini With A17 Pro Chip at a Discount
Apple today added the iPad mini with the A17 Pro chip to its refurbished store in the U.S. and Canada for the first time since the device was released in October 2024. Other key features include an 8.3-inch display, a 12-megapixel Center St

Here's When to Expect the iPad 12 to Launch
In March, Bloomberg's Mark Gurman said a new entry-level iPad was "still coming this year," but apparently this is no longer the case. Today, he reported that the device is slated for release in the first quarter of 2027 at the earliest. Th

Missed Pre-Hike MacBook Pro Prices? Amazon's New Deals Still Save Up to $500
Amazon's prices on the 2026 MacBook Pro have now joined in on Apple's recent price hikes, meaning we're no longer tracking pre-hike markdowns on these devices. However, there are still notable sales to be found if you're shopping for a MacB

New iPad Mini With Four Upgrades Reportedly Launching by October
Apple is planning to release a new iPad mini model with an OLED display by October this year, according to Bloomberg's Mark Gurman. Apple already updated the iPad Pro with an OLED display in May 2024, but the iPad mini, iPad Air, and entry-

Apple Reportedly Ramps Up Vapor Chamber Orders for Foldable iPhone
Apple has ramped up orders for vapor chamber cooling components said to be destined for its upcoming foldable iPhone and 20th-anniversary iPhone models, according to a Chinese leaker. The Weibo account known as "Fixed Focus Digital" claims

How to Install macOS 27 Golden Gate Public Beta
Apple has made the first macOS 27 Golden Gate public beta available for testing before the new Mac operating system's official release in the fall. Keep reading to learn whether you should install it on your Mac, and if so, how to go about

Apple's 2026 Back to School Offer Goes Live in the US: Up to $150 Gift Card With Mac or iPad
Apple's annual Back to School promotion is now live in the United States, Canada, and Mexico, following earlier rollouts in Asia. This year's promotion offers a free Apple gift card with the purchase of an eligible Mac or iPad. Apple is off

Google and Epic Abandon Injunction Modification Request, Clearing the Way for Rival Android App Stores
Google and Epic Games this week withdrew their joint motion to modify an injunction requiring Google to support third-party app stores in Google Play. The two companies abandoned the request after it became clear the court was unlikely to a

CrashStealer Malware Impersonates Apple Tool to Steal Mac Passwords and Crypto
Mac users should watch out for macOS malware called CrashStealer, according to Jamf Threat Labs. The malware impersonates Apple's crash reporting framework, and it's meant to steal all kinds of sensitive information. CrashStealer collects b

Apple Closes Unlocked iPhone Loophole for T-Mobile and Verizon Financing
Carrier-financed iPhones purchased from Apple will soon be locked to the carrier, ending a workaround customers used to purchase an unlocked iPhone on a payment plan. Until the rule change, buying an iPhone from Apple and opting for financi

AppleCare+ for Macs and iPads Just Got More Expensive
Apple is increasing the price of some AppleCare+ subscription plans, reports Bloomberg. Monthly ‌AppleCare‌+ subscription plans for Macs and iPads are now $0.50 more expensive in the U.S., while annual plans are $5 more. The price

Apple Won't Allow These Ad Categories in the Maps App
Apple this week shared a new Advertising Services policy outlining the kinds of ads that won't be allowed in the Maps app. As noted by TechCrunch, Apple has a list of ad categories that are not permitted in Apple Maps. Home services - Ads t

Apple Lists Products Eligible for Tax-Free Holidays in 10 U.S. States
Apple recently updated its website with a list of products eligible for upcoming 2026 sales tax holidays in select U.S. states, including Alabama, Arkansas, Florida, Massachusetts, Missouri, New Mexico, South Carolina, Tennessee, Virginia,

Apple's 2026 Back to School Offer Just Went Live in Select Countries
Apple's annual Back to School promotion is now live in select countries in Asia, including China, India, Malaysia, the Philippines, Singapore, Taiwan, Thailand, and Vietnam. The offer provides college students and educational staff with a f

Nomad Kicks Off Anniversary Sale With Up to 30% Off Sitewide
Nomad is celebrating its anniversary by offering up to 30 percent off sitewide this week, giving shoppers a chance to save on the brand's best wireless chargers, iPhone cases, Apple Watch bands, and more. This sale does not require a coupon
Apple's 2026 Smart Home Lineup: New Apple TV, HomePod, and Home Hub
Now that Siri AI is ready to launch in iOS 27, iPadOS 27, and macOS 27 Golden Gate, Apple can finally introduce new smart home products built to work with the smarter version of ‌Siri‌. Subscribe to the MacRumors YouTube channel f

Android 17 is *brilliant*. [Video]
It's lowkey fantastic.

OPPO is Reportedly Building a Giant, Non-Foldable Wide-Screen Phone
The post OPPO is Reportedly Building a Giant, Non-Foldable Wide-Screen Phone appeared first on Android Headlines.

Microsoft is throwing $458 Sony headphones at Surface buyers, but there's a small catch
Not bad for summer shoppers

Verizon's comeback and T-Mobile's slump becoming apparent
Verizon leaves T-Mobile behind in yet another report.

Fireworks raised $1.5bn on a bet that companies will build AI, not rent it
The AI economy has run on a simple habit: rent a model from a big lab. Fireworks just raised $1.5bn to argue the opposite, that every company will build intelligence of its own. The Series D values the San Mateo startup at $17.5bn, it said.

People Lucky Enough to Have 70mm IMAX ‘Odyssey’ Tickets Now Get an Extra Bonus
Call it a nice slice of desert as the opening sequence of Denis Villeneuve's 'Dune: Part Three' is exclusively attached.

5 Netflix movies to keep you sane during your next long-haul flight
Binge a whole franchise or watch that cool movie no one likes but you these Netflix picks will make your next long-haul flight fly by.

Your drawer with old Android devices is a Home Assistant goldmine, not e-waste
Teaching old dogs new tricks.

Sony is basically cutting off gamers in 122 countries with PS6
The post Sony is basically cutting off gamers in 122 countries with PS6 appeared first on Android Headlines.
European Commission forces Google to open Android to third-party AI assistants, share search data
Today the European Commission (EC) has announced two legally binding Digital Markets Act (DMA) decisions it's made forcing Google to open up Android and Search to competitors. First, Google has to give third-party AI assistants on Android a

Former PlayStation boss says Sony needs 'more games for more people' to justify a $1,000 PS6
Former PlayStation boss Shawn Layden thinks studios need to start investing in unique games that entice a wider audience to justify the cost of next-gen.

Google AI Mode now integrates with Canva, YouTube Music and Instacart
You can now make playlists, design flyers and compile shopping lists using AI in Search.

Xiaomi Poco X8 launching globally with massive battery gain over Poco X7
A new leak has revealed initial details about a new Poco smartphone. Said to be launching globally, the Poco X8 appears set to arrive with a significantly larger battery than last year's Poco X7.

Sable raised $45 million from Sequoia to build an AI that runs product demos instead of humans
Sable has raised $45 million from Sequoia Capital and 8VC to build an AI system called Aidan that runs live product demonstrations, answers customer questions in real time, and switches between languages mid-conversation. The company, which

Hegseth Mandates Widespread Testosterone Screening for US Troops
The Secretary of War thinks low T is a major threat to men's health. Here's what the evidence actually shows.

Does Linux really run faster than Windows? I tested both to find out
Spoiler alert: Tux has wings.

An OLED iPad mini could finally arrive this year
Apple will reportedly refresh the iPad mini this fall and the rest of its iPad lineup in the first half of 2027.

5 Best Sci-Fi Horror Movies Nobody Talks About Anymore
While sci-fi horror discussions tend to be dominated by titles like "The Thing" and "The Fly," these five films deserve to receive more love and attention.

YouTube Music testing fullscreen cover art for Now Playing
Following Now Playing’s split-view redesign earlier this year, YouTube Music is testing fullscreen cover art.

Kalshi Is Set to Start Taking Bets on Drug Trials
The landscape for potential market manipulation keeps expanding.

Apple Thinks It’s Time You Care About the iPad mini Again
Apple could be adding OLED, but it may not look as good as your iPhone display.
This PC gamer turned old SSDs into gorgeous physical cartridges for Steam games
Reddit user Jibril-sama recently showcased a custom-made cartridge system for Steam games. The clever idea is not entirely new and does not do anything revolutionary with Steam or the hardware itself. Even so, concepts like this are suddenl

AI-powered travel agency Fora hits unicorn status, raises $60M
Travel agency Fora announced a $60 million Series D round led by Forerunner and Tactile Ventures, valuing the company at $1 billion.

Russian hacker turns Gemini CLI into a hacking agent, creates small-scale botnet
The hacker told the AI he was an authorized pentester - and the AI believed him.

Google is killing the NotebookLM name in favor of Gemini
NotebookLM > Gemini Notebook
More details of Xiaomi's iPhone Ultra rival outed in new leak
New information on Xiaomi's next-gen foldable phone has now surfaced in the wild. Expected to be a "Mix" series entry, Xiaomi's upcoming foldable is tipped to closely rival Apple's much awaited inaugural foldable, the iPhone Ultra.

Samsung releases One UI 9.0 beta 4 for the Galaxy S26 series
Samsung has released One UI 9 Beta 4 for the Galaxy S26 series, delivering stability fixes and the July 2026 security patch as development moves closer to a public rollout, though a stable release date remains unconfirmed.
Google is turning Search into your personal shopping and music assistant with AI Mode
You don't have to use the Gemini app to get things done.

How flash memory killed IBM's most impressive engineering feat in just three years
IBM solved portable storage with a tiny mechanical drive, then flash memory ruined everything

Your AM4 system isn't dead yet, but these crucial upgrades will ensure it lives on
Upgrade your CPU, GPU, RAM, and storage to give your aging PC a huge boost

‘House of the Dragon’ Feels Like It’s Trying to Get Its Adaptation Back on Track
Midway through its penultimate season, HBO’s George R.R. Martin series has turned its attention to making sure its endgame makes sense.
Samsung Galaxy Tab S12 Ultra appears in a new set of renders, specs confirmed
While the upcoming Galaxy Unpacked event gets all the attention lately, which is understandable given that Samsung is expected to announce not two but three foldables, the rumor mill never stops spinning, so we get to see one of the company
Google’s AI Mode Can Now Talk Directly to Your Favorite Apps Inside Search
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Google's NotebookLM is now Gemini Notebook
Google already baked NotebookLM into Gemini, now it's changing the name to reflect the tighter integration

Google’s AI Mode now lets you link and interact with select apps
With this new update, Google is expanding AI Mode beyond answering questions and into completing tasks across the apps they use regularly.

Google continues its renaming streak by turning NotebookLM to Gemini Notebook
Google said users can soon access their notebooks through AI Mode in Search.

Google AI Mode adds more Connected Apps, including YouTube Music
Google is updating AI Mode with support for more first and third-party apps, just like the Gemini app.

NotebookLM is now Gemini Notebook, with 3.5 + Antigravity upgrade coming to AI Pro
Google announced today that NotebookLM is now called “Gemini Notebook” and previewed upcoming features that users can soon expect.

Mike Flanagan's Carrie series has a first look — and the Prime Video horror series has the potential to be the best adaptation of the book yet
Mike Flanagan has become the king of horror TV shows, and I'm definitely feeling confident about his adaptation of Stephen King's Carrie.

Google is renaming NotebookLM to Gemini Notebook
Google is giving its AI note-taking app a new name. The company announced on Thursday that NotebookLM is becoming Gemini Notebook, but will remain a standalone app even as it integrates more deeply across Gemini and Google Search. Google fi

Toyota's 2026 4Runner Makes Some Huge Promises, But Not Every Trim Delivers On Them
The sixth-generation 4Runner wants to rule the road and the wild, but a wise driver picks their trim and engine carefully.

T-Mobile Is Now Removing Free Lines Promised to Long-Time Customers
The post T-Mobile Is Now Removing Free Lines Promised to Long-Time Customers appeared first on Android Headlines.

2026 iPad mini guide: OLED, A19 Pro and price rumors
Macworld For those who need a premium small-screen tablet, the iPad mini is a popular choice. But should you buy one now, or should you wait to see what Apple has in store for the next model? Most buyers should wait – the next model is expe

Google Health has fixed the outage that broke sync for Fitbit & Pixel Watch owners [U]
A widespread outage on July 15 has broken device sync for “all” Google Health users.

GTA 6 PS5 marketing may be at risk, as more devs complain about PlayStation backlash
Protests could overshadow GTA 6 promotions on PlayStation social media. A leaker confirmed that some publishers are expressing concern about negative comments flooding paid posts. Sony will transition to an all-digital future in 2028 after

Reliable blood pressure monitoring without cuff or calibration: A new smart ring pomises the impossible
Even before Apple Watch and Samsung Galaxy Watch do it, a three year old California startup aims to revolutionize blood pressure monitoring with a new wearable called Signal Ring. They boldly claim that more than 150-years of cuff-based hyp
Skip the Apple Tax and get four FindMy trackers for under $20
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Google's Epic settlement is no more, but it's actually a good thing
The post Google's Epic settlement is no more, but it's actually a good thing appeared first on Android Headlines.

3 magical Home Assistant projects to try this weekend (July 17-19)
You're a wizard, Home Assistant.

Time’s running out to save $10 on Splatoon Raiders physical preorders
Splatoon Raiders’ July 23rd launch day is almost here, so your window to preorder the physical version at a $10 discount is about to close. The digital version is $49.99, and so is the game on cartridge if you preorder at Walmart. Amazon pr

Deals: Base Pixel 10 up to $308 off, Google Nest Doorbell from just $76, OmniBook X Flip OLED 2-in-1 $650 off, more
Alongside the rare discount on the Google Pixel Flex Dual Port 67W USB-C Fast Charger, today’s 9to5Toys Lunch Break is headlined by the most affordable Pixel 10 unlocked up to $308 off via Best Buy (open-box), these Pro models up to $414 of

Tesla driver in fatal Texas crash overrode FSD by pressing accelerator ‘100 percent,’ investigators confirm
The Tesla driver who fatally struck a woman after crashing into her home "manually overrode" the vehicle's Full Self-Driving (FSD) technology by pressing the gas pedal to 100 percent, the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) confirme

Yes, you can now order DoorDash from the command line
DoorDash is opening a limited beta of dd-cli, a command-line tool that lets developers and AI agents search stores, build carts, and place orders from the terminal, marking another step toward software designed for AI agents instead of just

UK cops say arrest of two young hackers disrupted the operations of an infamous hacking group
Owen Flowers and Thalha Jubair, two members of the prolific Scattered Spider hacking group, pleaded guilty and were sentenced to five years and six months in jail for hacking London’s metropolitan transit system.

Absurd GTA 6 first week estimates put it at almost 4x of GTA 5
A firm that analyzes PC and console game data, among other metrics, has revealed that GTA 6 has raked in $260 million globally in just three weeks of pre-orders. This puts the game at an astonishing first-week revenue of over $5 billion.

Samsung Might Not Kill the Galaxy Z Flip but Reinvent It as a Dual-Folder, Patent Suggest
The post Samsung Might Not Kill the Galaxy Z Flip but Reinvent It as a Dual-Folder, Patent Suggest appeared first on Android Headlines.
To fund Apple's first computer, Steve Wozniak and Steve Jobs sold...
A little history of the Apple-1Read Entire Article

Period tracker Stardust shares users’ health data with analytics firm, says Mozilla research
One period tracker app tested by Mozilla was 'squeaky clean,' while another app was seen sharing users' health data with an analytics company, underscoring vast differences in user privacy among these apps.

I compared my favorite apps on Android Auto and Apple CarPlay, and one was miles ahead
Everyday apps made the choice obvious

Your old Galaxy Note was thicker than you think, and the Galaxy Z Fold proves it
For years, thickness was the price you paid if you wanted a foldable phone. You got a little tablet that fit in your pocket, and you always noticed something was there. Anyone who bought one of Samsung's early Galaxy Fold devices accepted t

Shark upgrades its acclaimed CryoGlow blemish-busting LED face mask – it costs a little more but it delivers better coverage around the crows' feet area and its battery life is better too
Shark's CryoGlow Plus promises 120% better coverage plus the brand's InstaChill Cold technology to help soothe and de-puff

Dragon's Dogma 2 producer says Capcom is improving performance on PS5 and Xbox ahead of Dark Arisen's launch and that the Switch 2 version is 'exceeding' expectations
Dragon's Dogma 2 will see performance improvements with the arrival of Dark Arisen and the Nintendo Switch 2 version.

Pulsar gaming mouse combats sweaty hands with Noctua fan
A gaming mouse with a Noctua fan is designed to make gaming more comfortable, even during a heat wave. With a beige and brown body that weighs just 73 grams, including the fan, and flagship hardware, the Pulsar Feinmann F01 Noctua Edition i

You could soon ditch Gemini for another chatbot on Android, thanks to the EU
The EU thinks the competition needs a boost on Android

4 Cables You Should Replace More Often
There's a good chance you're using cables for your devices far longer than you probably should, particularly considering how quickly technology advances.

Canadian Wildfire Smoke Is Pouring Into the US. Here’s What to Expect
Hundreds of fires are burning out of control, and several factors could help bring more smoke to the U.S. for days or even weeks to come.

Realme C100x launched with a huge 8,000mAh battery and military-grade durability
Realme has expanded its C-series lineup in India with the launch of the Realme C100x, a budget-focused 4G smartphone that prioritizes battery capacity and physical durability. Realme C100x Specifications The phone features a 6.8-inch HD+ IP

Thousands of US military beneficiaries have data breached following TRICARE cyberattack — DoD Benefits Numbers and some Social Security numbers leaked
TriWest suffers an attack and loses TRICARE data on some 12,000 people.

It’s a microwave, it’s an air fryer, it’s a... soup-maker? Ninja’s latest launch could be the only appliance your kitchen needs
Microwaved food can easily get soggy, but that's not a problem with this new air fryer and microwave combo, packed with useful presets.

Motorola is bad at Android updates, confusing promises are on full display with latest release
Motorola is pretty bad at software updates, with new Android versions delayed by months and devices often getting the bare minimum of support. And it’s not getting much better, as a new release shows just how confusing it is to understand w

Apple’s OLED iPad Mini upgrade is on the way as prices continue to rise
The iPad Mini could get an OLED display upgrade as soon as October, according to Bloomberg's Mark Gurman. It would be the most significant refresh for the Mini since its 2021 redesign. An OLED iPad Mini has been rumored for months now, with

How a former DeepMind researcher raised at a $300M pre-seed valuation before launching a product
Drawing on more than a decade spent helping build some of the world's most influential AI systems, including research that later informed the development of ChatGPT, Andrew Dai explains why he believes visual AI is one of the next major fro

Samsung launches Music Studio 5 and Music Studio 7 speakers in India
Samsung has announced the launch of two new wireless speakers in India: the Music Studio 5 and the Music Studio 7. While both speakers were listed on the company's website a few weeks ago, they weren't available for purchase until now. The
Apple's back to school promo offers gift cards if you buy a MacBook Pro or Air, iPad Pro or Air
Apple recently enacted a major price hike for its core products including the MacBook Air, MacBook Pro, iPad Air and iPad Pro. And other devices, of course, but we’re calling out these four specifically because they are part of Apple’s back

Sheryl Sandberg leads $10 million investment in AI-powered vehicle inspection service
The startup, founded in 2021, lets enterprise customers use smartphones to scan and spot vehicle damage.

iPhone 17 Pro after 10 months: The truth before iPhone 18 Pro
The iPhone 17 Pro has been boringly great all this time.
Netflix celebrates 10 years of Stranger Thing with a VHS-quality version of the first season
The very first season of Stranger Things arrived on July 15, 2016. The coming-of-age science fiction series was an instant hit with viewers, but few realized its true potential or how Netflix would capitalize on its new starlet over the com

2027 iPad: Everything we know about Apple’s next entry-level tablet
Macworld Rumors about Apple’s 2027 iPads point to faster chips and potential display improvements across the range, from the iPad Air (updated in March 2026) to the Pro (last updated in October 2025). Yet for most buyers, the most important

How to watch Commonwealth Games 2026 free from anywhere with this VPN deal
All the ways to watch Commonwealth Games 2026 live streams online and from anywhere, and for completely free.

Suno brings its gen AI music gunk to iMessage
Maybe just sing a silly song in a voice note instead?

Konkr Pocket Advance: New Anbernic RG34XX rival pictured as 'first reveal' date officially confirmed
Ayaneo has now revealed the design of its Game Boy Advance lookalike. Also, the company has confirmed when it will be revealing the Konkr Pocket Advance, which appears set to rival the Anbernic RG34XX.

Apple Is Going All Out on Cooling Technology for the iPhone Ultra
The post Apple Is Going All Out on Cooling Technology for the iPhone Ultra appeared first on Android Headlines.

Buckle Up, Sonos Finally Has a Major App Update Incoming
New tab navigation and other UI tweaks will most likely be a welcome upgrade for anyone still in the Sonos ecosystem.

What Exactly Is A Nuclear Reactor Used For And How Does One Work?
From Einstein's most famous equation to your power grid, discover the surprisingly simple science behind how these massive facilities actually work.

Pour One Out for Physical Media With a Library of Drool-Worthy Golden-Era Game Box Art
The Big Box Collection is a throwback to an era when games' packaging and artwork was an art in itself.

Smart speakers could help OpenAI lose even more money
A smart speaker won't save OpenAI.

Why AMI Labs’ Alexandre LeBrun won’t call his AI ‘AGI’ or ‘superintelligence’
While everyone in AI is chasing "superintelligence," Alexandre LeBrun, CEO of Yann LeCun’s world model startup, AMI Labs, dismisses the word.

Ofcom, the UK's communications regulator, is investigating TikTok's child safety measures
The regulator is assessing whether the platform is doing enough to protect children from harmful content.

Realme confirms it will shut down in China to focus on global markets
Amid Oppo’s restructuring plans that have led to the shutdown of OnePlus in global markets, Realme has officially confirmed it will exit the China market to focus on global markets instead.

OnePlus’ Death in the U.S. Only Makes Our iPhone Chains Heavier
The 'Never Settle' phone maker has settled.
Samsung Galaxy Fold8 series gets a significant battery life boost, EU ratings reveal
According to the latest leaks, the Galaxy Z Fold8 (formerly known as Galaxy Z Fold Wide) and the Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra (a direct successor to the Galaxy Z Fold7) are expected to come with considerably larger batteries compared to their older

Moonshot’s upcoming Kimi 3 is expected to close the gap with Anthropic’s Opus 4.8
The FT reports Kimi K3 will be the largest open AI model from China, with a parameter count between 2 trillion and 3 trillion.
Google Pixel continues to grow as global smartphone shipments hit lowest point since 2013
Amid RAMageddon, the global smartphone market is in a rough state. Despite hitting its lowest point since 2013, Google Pixel is apparently one of the few brands seeing growth in 2026 according to the latest data.

Zoom patches critical security flaw which could have let hackers hijack accounts
Zoom finds improper input validation bug, but fortunately sees no evidence of abuse.

T-Mobile customers are losing more than they anticipated
T-Mobile isn't just raising plan prices.

5 Underrated Sci-Fi Cartoons Everyone Needs To Watch At Least Once
If you're looking for some lighthearted science fiction, you may want to consider checking out these classic sci-fi cartoons you may have missed.

You've never seen an Aston Martin like this — legendary car maker reveals SUV designed exclusively for Modern Warfare 4
Aston Martin has revealed the Dreadnought, a new SUV designed exclusively for Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4.

No, the LCD Steam Deck Isn’t Dying… Yet
Valve isn’t giving up on its older handheld. But how long will it keep selling parts to a device it no longer sells?

11-inch iPad Air (M4) gets a lovely discount on Amazon
The tablet ranks among the best on the market, so don't hesitate!
EU demands opening Android access and Search data to rivals, Google warns of privacy risks
The EU has ordered Google to crack open Android and Search to its rivals including other AI assistants, but Google warns that it’s a privacy risk.
Woman discovers a hidden AI camera in her rental car recording her and warning about unsafe driving
A woman recently took to social media after discovering that her Audi rental car's dashboard contained a camera recording her every move. It also gave verbal reminders to wear a seat belt and avoid unsafe driving behavior.Read Entire Articl

The dream of AirPods with removable batteries is still seemingly out of reach, and it's all because of a new EU ruling
Apple fans have been clamoring for AirPods with removable batteries to make them repairable, but it's likely not coming any time soon thanks to a new EU ruling.

Apple’s Back to School promo doesn’t add up
Macworld At long last, Apple finally announced its Back to School promotion, and at first glance, it seems similar to previous years. You can get a gift card valued at up to $150 for buying a new MacBook Pro, or $100 for buying a MacBook Ai

8 Sam's Club Electronics With Deep Discounts To Look Out For In July 2026
The dog days of summer are here, and there's no better time to supplement your relaxation with this selection of deeply discounted deals from Sam's Club.
OnePlus's death is bad. Oppo's refusal to replace it is worse
It's not even worth the effort
vivo T5 Lite is here with a Dimensity 6300 SoC, 6,500mAh battery
The vivo T5 Lite has gone official in India as the latest addition to the T5 series. The smartphone will go on sale from July 22 and will be available in two color options. It is powered by MediaTek's Dimensity 6300 chipset and packs a 6,50

‘No company is going to go to jail for you’: Proton’s CTO on balancing privacy, policy, and trust
Today on Decoder, we’ve got the first of a two-part series on the systems that run the world: I’m talking with Bart Butler, the CTO of Proton, the company that makes private and secure productivity software. You probably know it best for Pr
Google Pixel 11: Ultimate Preview Guide
The post Google Pixel 11: Ultimate Preview Guide appeared first on Android Headlines.

First Galaxy S26 One UI 9 stable build has surfaced
One UI 9 is Samsung's next major firmware update, and while the beta versions have been out for some time now, the stable iterations have yet to break ground. Where there's no confirmation as yet that this has actually happened, some report

OnePlus will continue software updates, all devices move to ColorOS with Android 17
OnePlus is effectively dead in most of the world, but software updates will continue. They just won’t be the same, as OxygenOS is going away and will instead be replaced by ColorOS.

This big and powerful JBL speaker is the ultimate summer companion at $100 off
The Xtreme 4 is impossible to resist at this price.
This retro-style home phone lets kids call friends without apps, browsers, or social media
Pinwheel, the US company that sells modified Android smartphones designed for children and teenagers, has just launched the Pinwheel Home.Read Entire Article

JBL Flip 7 Bluetooth speaker plummets below $90 after limited-time deal
The speaker packs a punch and is a no-brainer choice at this price.
Editorial: The Edge 70 Max exposes a bigger problem with Motorola's software update policy
This year, Motorola's software update policy has become increasingly difficult to keep track of. Take the recently announced Edge 70 Max as an example. The product pages on Motorola's UK, German and Indian websites all promise "up to 3 Andr

Why does wireless Android Auto use both Bluetooth and Wi-Fi?
Bluetooth and Wi-Fi work in tandem to power the wireless Android Auto experience.

5 Devices That Work Just Fine On 2.4 GHz Wi-Fi
Before connecting every gadget to your fastest Wi Fi network, it's worth knowing which devices are actually better off staying on 2.4 GHz.

Vivo launches T5 Lite 44W 5G with 6500mAh battery, Dimensity 6300, IP65 & MIL-STD-810H durability
Vivo has released the T5 Lite 44W 5G in India, a new budget smartphone that prioritizes battery capacity and physical durability over display resolution. Vivo T5 Lite 44W 5G Specifications The T5 Lite features a 6,500mAh battery. Vivo says

Galaxy Z Flip 8 Specs Just Leaked, and There Are No Real Surprises
The post Galaxy Z Flip 8 Specs Just Leaked, and There Are No Real Surprises appeared first on Android Headlines.

Honor MagicOS 10 July 2026 update is out for first batch devices
Honor has started rolling out the MagicOS 10 July 2026 update version for the first batch of devices. The company is sending several prominent features and improvements to its phones and tablets, enhancing the overall user experience to a g

Apple Intelligence approved for launch in China with Alibaba and Baidu
The deal, which was rumored to be in the works last year, marks an important step for Apple's AI ambitions in a key market.

Why Did Apple Bring Back MagSafe Charging On MacBooks After It Was Discontinued?
Apple's 2016 MacBook Pro dropped MagSafe in favor of USB-C, only for the magnetic charging port to return five years later. Here's what changed.

OnePlus officially shuts down in the US and Europe, but not India (yet)
The end is here. OnePlus has officially announced that it is shutting down operations in the US and Europe and has detailed what’s happening next.

OpenAI’s debut hardware is the Codex Micro, a smart keypad for controlling AI agents
OpenAI has finally entered the hardware space, but its first product is not the screenless AI companion that recent rumours suggested. Instead, the company has introduced the Codex Micro, a compact keypad built for developers using its Code

Verizon rules 5G in the latest carrier speed test, but you shouldn't care
The Big Three go head-to-head once again, and it's a close contest
Realme C100x debuts in India
The Realme C100x, unveiled about a couple of months ago, made its debut today in India. The headline feature of the Realme C100x is its 8,000 mAh battery (some countries have 7,500 mAh battery) with 45W charging support. The smartphone is b

Galaxy S26 Ultra’s red screen stain is a software issue, not OLED burn-in
Earlier this week, we reported that some Galaxy S26 Ultra units displayed a rectangular red stain in the center of their screens. Users affected by the issue were worried that it could be an OLED hardware defect. However, Samsung has report

Huawei HarmonyOS 7 closed beta could debut next month
Huawei is developing the next software iteration for its devices – HarmonyOS 7.0, and it may release the first closed beta build of this OS version by next month. A new piece of information on this matter reveals the launch timeline of the

Linux is not a "social warrior project," says its creator Linus Torvalds as he puts his foot firmly down against anti-AI comments
The creator of Linux has been responding to comments regarding AI use when it comes to the Linux kernel, and it's fair to say the case is now closed.

Take a run with these $30 earbuds, and you’ll never use AirPods again
Macworld JLab Go Sport+ earbuds My favorite running earbuds cost less than $30 Learn more (function () { document.querySelector("#sticky-promo-block a").addEventListener("click", function(e) { const debug = document.location.host.search(/ln

You can now grant Claude access to your 1Password credentials
1Password lets you use Claude agents for personal chores without exposing your credentials.

Vital Signals puts continuous blood pressure monitoring into a ring
Vital Signals promises its algorithmic blood pressure monitoring ring will reshape how we live with hypertension and other cardiac conditions

EU demands Google give AI rivals more access to Android
Google has been ordered by the EU to open up key Android handset features to rival AI voice assistants.

Galaxy Tab S12 Ultra CADs Leak Ahead of IFA, and Not Much Is Changing
The post Galaxy Tab S12 Ultra CADs Leak Ahead of IFA, and Not Much Is Changing appeared first on Android Headlines.
Steam Machine benchmarks show SteamOS and Windows 11 within a few frames of each other in most games
A brief benchmark from ETA Prime shows that games running on Valve's Steam Machine via Windows 11 mostly achieve framerates similar to SteamOS. However, one synthetic benchmark gives Windows a significant advantage.Read Entire Article

5 Travel Trailers That Are Basically Little Luxury Homes On Wheels
If you want to go camping, but you want all the same luxuries you get at home, these trailers will make you want to live off the grid full time.

Goodbye Realme UI 8 and OxygenOS 17? Realme and OnePlus are moving to ColorOS 17
Realme has officially confirmed a major software change for its smartphones in India. The company has revealed that upcoming devices will no longer ship with Realme UI, signalling a new direction for its software strategy while also alignin

My tablet was gathering dust until a productivity app gave it another lease on life
A little tablet hits the big time

Global Smartphone Shipments Just Hit Their Lowest Point Since 2013
The post Global Smartphone Shipments Just Hit Their Lowest Point Since 2013 appeared first on Android Headlines.

Why Your OLED TV Gets Hot – And How To Fix It
OLED TVs have great colors, but they can also get really hot. This is because of how they work, and there are a few ways you can cool them down.

I finally stopped digging through bookmarks thanks to NotebookLM
It became my searchable library for everything I read online

OnePlus is making its biggest regional exit yet, and existing users need to know this
OnePlus has announced a major change to its global business strategy that will affect customers in Europe and North America. While the company says support for existing devices will continue, its latest announcement outlines significant cha

Huawei Nova 15 series models seeing a major price increase
After the MatePad tablets, Huawei Nova 15 series models are seeing a major price increase. The Chinese phone maker has raised the price of its previous-generation mid-rangers, probably to cut off the pressure of the rising component costs.

RIP OnePlus: the flagship killer era may be over as the brand leaves key markets
It's finally time to say goodbye to OnePlus.

Galaxy Watch 9 and Watch Ultra 2 Specs Appear — Here's the Full Picture
The post Galaxy Watch 9 and Watch Ultra 2 Specs Appear — Here's the Full Picture appeared first on Android Headlines.
George Lucas says rejecting AI is like choosing the horse and buggy over cars
Lucas expressed his opinion of AI in an interview with A Rabbit's Foot to promote the Lucas Museum of Narrative Art.Read Entire Article
I ditched most of my Chrome extensions after Gemini could do their job
The best Chrome extension might be no extension at all
nubia NaviX Ultra is the company's take on an AI Agentic phone
Last week, nubia teased the arrival of an AI agent-powered smartphone at the World Artificial Intelligence Conference (WAIC) in China. The company has now officially unveiled the nubia NaviX Ultra. nubia is yet to reveal the NaviX Ultra's s

The Gemini theory of everything
Welcome back to Inbox, hope you’re having a great Thursday so far. Yesterday, like many people in the northeast, I woke up to smoky skies and an acrid haze I could practically taste. Things definitely feel a little apocalyptic, but at least

Galaxy Z Flip 8 leaks in full with almost no changes; still no Snapdragon [Gallery]
Alongside plenty of other Samsung leaks, a new report offers up the full details of the Galaxy Z Flip 8, and there’s a reason nobody is particularly excited about this one.

Apple Maps ads won’t include plumbers, crypto, or bail bondsmen
Macworld We’ve known for some time that adverts are coming to Apple Maps. The leaker-analyst Mark Gurman claimed as long ago as February 2025 that Apple was exploring the idea, and it became official when the company announced its new Apple

Hyundai reportedly looking to take total control of robotics giant Boston Dynamics
Hyundai could soon own Boston Dynamics in full.

Final Fantasy Resonance's latest trailer showcases more of its gorgeous HD-2D pixel art — I wish future games would adopt it
Square Enix has recently released a new trailer for Final Fantasy Resonance, showcasing more of its beautiful HD-2D pixel art graphics for its environments, cutscenes, and combat system.

Air Force Engineer Charged In Alleged Flock Camera Destruction Spree
Many Americans aren't fans of Flock's cameras, but Virginia Police allege that this Air Force engineer took his dislike of the cameras to the next level.

These leaked Galaxy Tab S12 Ultra images will make you wonder why Samsung is even bothering
Samsung is basically preparing to release the same ultra-high-end Android tablet for the fifth consecutive year.

This is the new tech that will power MG’s next wave of EVs and hybrids
JSW MG Motor India has introduced a new vehicle platform that is set to shape its upcoming range of electrified vehicles. Called MG ADAPT, the architecture has been designed to support multiple powertrain technologies instead of being limit

Ultrahuman’s former hardware VP raises $5.5M for devices that control AI agents, not just record you
Aina is going to pilot a new device in the coming weeks.

Why Do Optical Computer Mice Always Use Red Lights?
That red glow under your optical mouse isn't just a random design choice. It comes down to sensor behavior, cost, and what already works well.

Redditors solve the case of the holey Apple Watch
Macworld Based on the experience of some people on Reddit, anyone opting for an Apple Watch with an aluminium case should perhaps bear one thing in mind: Your body chemistry can affect the durability of the watch’s case. On r/AppleWatch, Sp
Stripe and Advent offer more than $53 billion to buy PayPal and create a payments giant
The structure is what makes the offer unusual. Rather than carve up PayPal and sell off the parts, Stripe and Advent want to hold the company together, splitting ownership evenly between them, the people said.Read Entire Article

Ryobi's New USB Lithium Handheld Fan Fits In Your Pocket And Runs For 17 Hours Straight
Tired of your portable fan dying halfway through a hot day? Discover the new pocket-sized gadget from Ryobi that delivers an incredible 17 hours of cooling.

The Galaxy Tab S10 FE+ suddenly pops up at $220 off at Walmart
This tablet punches way above its weight, especially at this price.

Nubia teases world’s first AI agent phone
The ZTE sub-brand just started teasing its upcoming flagship, boldly calling it the world’s first AI agent smartphone. It’s set to make its official debut at the World Artificial Intelligence Conference (WAIC 2026) in Shanghai from July 17
Comfer Launcher's hidden gestures ended my search for a Pixel Launcher replacement
It's a brilliant example of how to make a minimalist launcher fun

Meta will alert parents if their teens discuss self harm with Meta AI tools
Meta has rolled out a new safeguard for teens' AI interactions.

Meta now alerts parents if their teen discussed suicide or self-harm with its AI chatbot
The updates come as Meta and other tech companies are facing scrutiny from regulators and parents around how AI chatbots respond to users in crisis, particularly teenagers.

REVIEW: Turtle Beach Stealth Pro II for Xbox and PC — An absolutely spectacular multi-platform headset, with Turtle Beach's BEST audio EVER
Turtle Beach has another absolute banger on its hands, with a refreshed design that looks at home either while gaming or commuting. There are a couple of minor gripes, but this otherwise flawless headset is a top-shelf pick.

Best MacBook Neo accessories: Chargers, hubs, stands and more
Macworld The MacBook Neo, Apple’s entry-level laptop officially announced in early March 2026, is a sensation, bringing the Mac to a whole new market with its low price but surprisingly powerful specs and features. For just $699 you get the
OnePlus officially exits Europe and North America, will continue in India
OnePlus has announced that it will be exiting the European and North American markets. In a separate announcement, the company confirmed that its India operations will continue. For European and North American markets, the company will no l

Huawei Pura 100 Pro Max could be first Pura phone with dual-layer OLED
Huawei is working on the 2026 Mate flagship, but the Pura 100 Pro Max has already started making space in leaks for its top-of-the-line specifications and this time, a dual-layer OLED solution could be part of this phone. If true, it would

Mac gaming is finally getting the overpowered upgrade it deserves
Macworld For years, Game Porting Toolkit has occupied a strange place in Apple’s software lineup. Officially, it’s a developer tool designed to help studios evaluate how their Windows games might perform on macOS. In practice, it has also b

The Xbox Ultimate Game Sale 2026 is live — it might be one of Microsoft's best ever. Here are all of the deals.
The sales event is so big that it's making our content management system lag out as I type this. I've also already spent over $100 on it. Damn.
Linus Torvalds tells AI critics to fork Linux or walk away
Torvalds' comments came in response to a discussion about anti-LLM feelings on lore.kernel.org, the official public archive for Linux kernel development mailing lists. He said that while he realizes some people really dislike AI, it's an ar

This Galaxy S26+ promo is the best one you can grab right now
I don't know about you, but I find the Galaxy S26+ way more attractive at this price.

5 Reasons To Buy A Cheaper Smartwatch Instead Of An Apple Watch
The Apple Watch is not the only sensible pick for iPhone owners. Cheaper smartwatches can cost less, last longer, and give you lots more flexibility.
Infinix Hot 70 Pro unboxing
We've got an exclusive first look at the new Infinix Hot 70 Pro for you guys, plus an unboxing. Let's get to it. The phone ships with a packed box. You get a 45W charger, a USB-A to USB-C cable, and a nice case with a pretty accented outlin

The Oversight Board says leading AI models might be restricting free expression
The group is trying to extend its influence beyond Meta.

Huawei Expands Its Ecosystem with Pura 90s Series, FreeClip 2 S and MatePad Air
Huawei has expanded its connected device ecosystem with the launch of the HUAWEI Pura 90s Series, HUAWEI FreeClip 2 S, and HUAWEI MatePad Air at its Flagship Product Global Launch Event held in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia, on July 14, 2026. Unde

Apple is giving students a $150 gift card with purchases in the Back to School Deal 2026
Macworld Apple runs a higher education promotion every year that has traditionally been known as its “Back to School” sale. The company now refers to it as the “College Student Offer” or “Higher Education Offer” because it is only available

Galaxy Tab S12 Ultra live image confirms hole-punch selfie upgrade isn’t happening
Samsung fans hoping for big changes in the next flagship tablet series just got a reality check. Fresh leaks about the Galaxy Tab S12 Ultra suggest that one of the most requested upgrades, a clean punch-hole selfie camera, isn’t happening t

Huawei Pura 100 series testing two screen sizes: 6.6′ and 6.9′
Huawei Pura 90s series reached the global market this week and it seems the company has already started preparing the next-gen camera flagship. A new leak is here, shedding light on different screen sizes of the Huawei Pura 100 phone lineup

Netflix releases a VHS-quality version of Stranger Things' first season
Netflix rolls out a 'VHS' special edition of Stranger Things season 1 and says more seasons could follow if enough people watch it.
Realme India confirms its future devices will launch with ColorOS 17 as it ceases operations in China
Earlier this month, a media report claimed that Realme UI will be merged with Oppo's ColorOS to help reduce R&D costs. We had a one-on-one meeting with Realme India, and the brand confirmed that going forward, Realme smartphones will indeed

The Galaxy Z Flip 8 could be the most boring flagship release of 2026 if this is true
At this point, why do we even need the Galaxy Z Flip 8?
Infinix Hot 70 Pro is official, comes in six different finishes
The Infinix Hot 70 Pro is here, and just like its non-Pro sibling, it's got some fancy finishes. Three of the special ones include Thermo Orange, a finish that darkens or lightens with heat and cold; Mirage Green, which lights up like a sta

OnePlus is officially leaving the US and Europe
After canceling its second foldable, OnePlus is officially bowing out of the US and Europe.

Here’s your first clear look at the Galaxy Tab S12 Ultra’s design
Earlier today, it was confirmed that the Galaxy Tab S12 Ultra will not adopt the rumored front design. Now, a new leak offers a clear look at its design and reveals more information about Samsung's next-generation flagship tablet, including

The Motorola Edge 70 Max just committed the biggest Android sin of 2026
The software support of the Edge 70 Max looks terrible considering it's Motorola's top-tier product.
Redmi 17 4G renders and specifications leak
Earlier this month, details about the global variant of the Redmi 17 5G surfaced online. Now, a fresh leak has revealed the design, color options, and complete specifications of the Redmi 17 4G. According to the leak, the Redmi 17 4G will b

REDMI 17 4G renders reveal refreshed design, light ring, color options
Xiaomi looks like it’s gearing up to refresh its budget smartphone lineup, and a new leak shared by YtechB just gave us one of the best looks yet at the upcoming REDMI 17 4G. The camera island looks refreshed. It’s noticeably wider than on

Samsung's real-world Galaxy Z Fold 8 and Z Fold 8 Ultra battery life numbers might blow your mind
We obviously don't know how long Samsung's next-gen foldables will last between charges for actual users, but we're starting to get a pretty good idea.
Macworld Podcast: How AI affects Apple’s chip strategy
Macworld Apple is making major changes to its M-series chip cycle, and it’s all because of AI. In this episode of the Macworld Podcast, find out what Apple plans to do and how it affects your next Mac purchase. This is episode 991 with Mich

Galaxy Tab S12 Ultra won’t get rumored selfie camera design upgrade
It was recently rumored that Samsung could switch to a punch-hole camera cutout for the Galaxy Tab S12 series' front-facing camera. However, a live image of the Galaxy Tab S12+ suggested that it would not use the rumored design. Now, a leak

Grab a MacBook Pro for $199.97 and keep your vacation budget intact
Macworld TL;DR: Get a refurbished 2017 MacBook Pro for $199.97 (reg. $699.99) and save big on a dependable laptop that’s perfect for travel, school, or everyday use. Not every laptop has to be a cutting-edge powerhouse with a price tag to m

Bass-heavy Soundcore Boom 2 drops below $70, letting you upgrade your summer parties on a budget
It's an absolute steal right now, so don't miss out!

Honor ROBOT PHONE will soon get two new colors
Honor has announced that the world’s first ROBOT PHONE will have two colors in the future. One of the company’s officials has shared a giant poster, hinting that the device will soon be open for reservations, and customers can look forward
Google moves further away from Samsung for Pixel hardware
When Google revamped its Pixel smartphone series in 2021, it introduced a completely new design language and used several Samsung hardware components. However, the company began moving away from Samsung last year, and the Pixel 11 series wi

Galaxy S26 Ultra fans would return the phone immediately if this happens — your votes confirm it
A small defect can become a big problem for users.

Galaxy Z Fold 8 and Z Fold 8 Ultra specifications reportedly leak
Samsung will unveil its next-generation foldable phones at a Galaxy Unpacked event on July 22. Just one week before that announcement, the specifications of the Galaxy Z Fold 8 and Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra have leaked. Based on that informatio

Galaxy Watch 8 is a $180 steal at Woot — but you have to sacrifice one thing
The watch is loaded with features, has a sleek look, and is a must-have at this price.
Redmi Note 17 Pro teardown video shows off the phone's internals
Redmi unveiled the Note 17 Pro alongside the Note 17 yesterday for the Chinese market. Now, there's already a full disassembly video of the Note 17 Pro out, courtesy of Chinese channel WekiHome. It's obviously in Chinese, but YouTube's buil

Huawei to boost smartphone shipments by 20% despite memory crisis
Huawei is planning to increase its smartphone shipments by 20% this year, according to a new report. While several brands are reducing their device production due to stringent memory problems, the Chinese tech giant looks for higher achieve

3 Electronics At Costco With Deep Discounts In July 2026
Another month, another set of deals at Costco, including a selection of nifty electronics available at deep discounts. Here's what's on offer in July.

The best dumbphones to buy in July 2026
The dumbphone market has exploded in recent years, and there are a few strong reasons for it. More people are switching to a minimalist lifestyle, moving away from the algorithmically-controlled social media apps that end up consuming a few

OnePlus N6x launching soon in India with “familiar specs”
OnePlus isn’t wasting any time expanding its new ultra-budget N series in India. Just a few weeks after launching the N6, the company has already teased the upcoming N6x through a dedicated Amazon microsite, hinting at another affordable ph
Another report confirms OnePlus' imminent demise, reveals it's going to exit India too
A couple of days ago a usually reliable source of smartphone-related information claimed that OnePlus will be leaving the US and Europe as soon as this week. Now a new report from a different reliable source, Bloomberg's Mark Gurman, confir

Huawei Mate XT 2 could use square-shaped camera bump
Huawei is seemingly planning to change the octagonal camera bump shape to a square one for the upcoming Mate XT 2 tri-fold. Apart from the folding mechanism, the tech giant may also alter the lens framework, making it more appealing to the

5 Milwaukee Tools With Deep Discounts In July 2026
Milwaukee is known for the quality (and price) of its tools. This July, however, a handful of the brand's products are available at big discounts.

Pre-order page for HTC VIVE Eagle smart glasses reveals release date before it's taken down
HTC's VIVE Eagle smart glasses are coming to the US although a pre-order listing on Amazon was removed from the site.
Google Pixel 11 teaser video confirms Pixel Glow feature, pre-order date
Last week, Google announced that it will be unveiling the Pixel 11 family at an event in New York City on August 12. Now, the company has uploaded a very short teaser video for the devices onto the homepage of its online store of all places

Industrial Heist Proves Tugboat Propellers Are Worth Way More Than You'd Think
You might think that the only reason to steal a two-ton tugboat propeller would be because you had your own tugboat that needed one. You'd be wrong.

Huawei Mate XT 2 patent shows U-shaped tri-fold design
Huawei Mate XT 2 tri-fold is gaining attention well before launch due to design rumors, and new patent images show exactly what the company plans to upgrade this time. The patent also reveals certain shifts in the camera module of the tripl

Walmart just restocked the Onn 4K Pro Google TV box, just not for everyone
Walmart’s Onn 4K Pro box with Google TV has proven rather elusive, but a relatively big restock has just landed for the $59 streamer.

3 Things To Stop Doing If You Have Noise Cancelling Headphones
Active Noise Cancellation has become a standard headphone type for many audiophiles, but there are some things you should stop doing with your ANC headphones.

4 Tools With Deep Discounts At Walmart In July 2026
Walmart might not be the first place many think of for tools, but the retailer has a decent selection, with some available at nice discounts this July.

Google Wallet Could Solve One Of The Biggest Problems With Age Verification
Age verification is becoming a hot topic in the tech industry, and Google Wallet may have a device-level implementation coming -- if you can trust it.

Edifier launches R1000TC II desktop speakers with 42W output and Bluetooth 6.0
Edifier has released the R1000TC II in China, a new set of active bookshelf speakers aimed at desktop and study room setups. It is now listed on JD.com for 399 yuan ($58). Edifier R1000TC II Specifications From a design perspective, the R10

5 Of The Best Handheld Game Consoles That Are Cheaper Than A Steam Deck OLED
Cheaper handheld gaming systems can still offer impressive specs, large game libraries, and flexible ways to play without paying Steam Deck OLED prices.

Microsoft blocks Windows 11 KB5101650 update for Dell PCs due to "unexpected shutdowns, poor performance, increased heat, and battery drain"
Microsoft has blocked the KB5101650 after Dell informed the company that a recent change is causing some of its PCs to suffer from major instability issues.

5 Useful Productivity Accessories Every MacBook Owner Needs
Even if you enjoy the convenience of your MacBook, there are plenty of accessories that can make it a more productive machine for daily use.

Belkin launches new 10,000mAh 45W power bank that doubles as a motion-sensing night light
Belkin has released a new power bank in China that adds a few practical hardware features to the standard portable battery. The Belkin BoostCharge Pro Power Bank 10K with Motion Sensing Light is currently listed on JD.com for 329 yuan ($49)

9 Practical Camping Gadgets You Can Find At Harbor Freight
If you're headed out on the road or into the wilderness, one of these tools could make the difference between a relaxing getaway and a weekend-long hassle.

This Hidden Windows Morning Start-Up Feature Makes Your Most Boring Tasks Automatic
Want to streamline your morning routine and make sure your PC is ready to rock and roll? Here's one Windows feature that can automate your boring startup.

Google is opening the floodgates to third-party app stores on Android next week
The final sticking point in the long-running Google vs Epic Games lawsuit is coming to an end, as Google is opening the door to third-party app stores on Android starting on July 22.

Once You See How Many Times You Pick Up Your Phone Each Day, You Won't Be Able To Ignore It
Your phone may be more demanding of your attention than you realize. Daily habits, notifications, and dopamine all help explain the constant checking.

Android 17 QPR1 Beta 7 rolling out for Pixel
Following the last release two weeks ago, Android 17 QPR1 Beta 7 is rolling out today for Pixel devices.

Here's How To Get Different Colored Roads On Waze (And What They Actually Mean)
There are a lot of different colors used in Waze, some of which are self-explanatory, but there's a whole different slew of colors in Editor Mode.
More details about OpenAI's smart speaker surface
OpenAI's first device will be a screen-less smart speaker, according to a new report from Bloomberg's Mark Gurman. It will be designed to be used inside the home but will be easy to move around the house and will use a rechargeable battery.

5 Of The Best Modern Turntables You Can Buy
Whether you're looking to get your first turntable or looking to upgrade your setup, these turntables rank among the best modern ones on the market.

Lilbits: Steam Deck LCD spare parts, the Asus ROG Ally X20 will be available without AR glasses, and 3rd-party app stores are coming to the Google Play Store
I’m resisting the urge to start this post with a “yo dawg” meme, but Google is about to start putting app stores inside its app store, as the company gives up on its quest to modify a court order that stopped the company from blocking devel

Mid-week Android app deals and freebies: ScourgeBringer, Retro Zoo CEO, Final Fantasy Dimensions, more
Your afternoon lineup of the best Android game and app deals is now ready, including titles like ScourgeBringer, Retro Zoo CEO, Guardian War: Ultimate Edition, Final Fantasy Dimensions, Tiny Terraces, Beat Workers, and more. We also have a

7 Signs Your CPU Is About To Fail
CPU failure is usually sudden and total, but there can be signs that suggest it would be prudent to start saving for a new one.

Wuthering Waves players slam the Xbox version for poor performance, saying it “looks like a mobile game on low settings”
Wuthering Waves players are criticizing the Xbox version over graphical issues and poor performance, with many calling on Kuro Games to improve the port.

New Hyundai Patent Could Change The Way EV Batteries Are Charged Forever
EVs have a lot going for them, but range is still a concern. This Hyundai patent may change things significantly - if it ever comes to fruition.

Dispatch’s long‑awaited Xbox Series X|S debut is finally confirmed, and it arrives in less than two weeks with full Xbox Play Anywhere support
After months of waiting, AdHoc Studio has at last revealed the long-awaited release date for the Xbox version of its hit superhero game, Dispatch, and it will be arriving sooner than expected.

Lego iMac? Please don’t block it, Apple
Macworld If you’re a Mac fan who’s always wanted Lego to commemorate Apple’s most iconic Mac, your dream may soon become a reality. Lego recently announced that the proposal for an iMac G3 Lego brick set has officially moved to “Parking Lot

4 Android Auto Gemini Voice Commands That Can Upgrade Your Daily Drive
Gemini brings more conversational voice controls to Android Auto, making it easier to handle navigation, music, lists, and messages while you're on the road.
Nvidia and Sega are teaming up again, 30 years after Sega saved Nvidia from bankruptcy
According to Nvidia's press release, the new Sega games will support its latest upscaling and rendering technologies, including ray tracing and DLSS. The company added that its latest AI tools will also be supported by the upcoming titles,

Xiaomi launches a smart bathroom heater that automates lighting, heating and airflow
Xiaomi has announced a new addition to its smart home lineup in China: the Mijia Smart Bathroom Heater P1 Human Sensing Edition. It is a ceiling-mounted unit that combines lighting, heating, and exhaust fans, but the main draw is a built-in

Honor to soon launch budget-friendly tablet in Malaysia with 45W adapter
Honor is developing a budget-friendly tablet called the Pad 20 Pro for the global market, and it may first launch in Malaysia with a 45W power adapter. A new certification for the respective device suggests that the company will soon introd
IBM's stock just had its worst day since 1968
In a recent letter to investors, IBM CEO Arvind Krishna explained that the company experienced some unexpected shortfalls in its latest financial performance. The former pioneer of the personal computer industry now primarily sells software
LibreWolf is a Firefox-based browser focused on privacy and security
LibreWolf browser removes Mozilla telemetry and enables stricter privacy and security settings by default. It remains compatible with most Firefox extensions and is typically updated shortly after new Firefox releases.Read Entire Article

Cracked smiling face, pickle, and lighthouse: Meet the 2027 iPhone emoji
Macworld With its announcement of new set of emojis to be released next year, the Unicode Consortium is finally giving us an image of a whole, crisp pickle. You’ll soon be able to stop fretting about using the current chopped pickle/cucumbe

People are buying the Galaxy S26 because they’re scared of the Galaxy S27
The Galaxy S26 is doing very well in the market. Samsung says that it has sold 2x faster than the Galaxy S25 in the company's home country. It's also seeing sustained demand for the device in other markets across the globe, so much so that

Newegg offers some of our favorite gaming CPUs bundled with motherboards and precious RAM in a limited summer sale
Newegg is offering several bundles containing some of our favorite AMD CPUs, compatible motherboards, and RAM sticks at discounted prices for people looking to upgrade their rig for improved gaming and content creation performance.

Not only the US, but OnePlus is exiting India too
Just a couple of days after news broke of OnePlus leaving the US and Europe, a new report says it’s not only the West — the Chinese smartphone maker is exiting from India too. According to a new report from Bloomberg, OnePlus’s pullback fro

LA Is Getting Its First 'Luxury' Gas Station – Here's What It'll Offer
Gas stations people actually want to spend time at are continuing to grow, and now Los Angeles is getting a "luxury" fuel center. Here's what's in store.

Alienware made an "entry-level" gaming laptop with RTX 5050 graphics — but this 15-inch PC needs more than NVIDIA's clever upscaling tech to offset its downsides.
The Alienware 15 gaming laptop with RTX 5050 graphics delivers capable gaming performance with NVIDIA's DLSS tech, but loud fans and tight storage hold it back.

The innovative "Kill Block" map for Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 is my most anticipated new feature for the game's multiplayer — and we finally get to see more of it
Infinity Ward releases details on its innovative new dynamic map, Kill Block, coming to Modern Warfare 4 this October.
Samsung introduces Flex Titanium, a new foldable screen tech with reduced creasing
Samsung said its Flex Titanium tech is the result of seven generations of foldable innovation and accumulated display know-how. It utilizes a titanium-alloy film roughly one-third the thickness of a human hair that sits below the OLED panel

Why RV Fridges Catch Fire So Often, Explained
RVs are generally considered safe when everything is working properly. However, there have been some reports of refrigerators causing problems.

Casio launches all-black G-Steel watches in the US with Bluetooth, solar charging & slimmer design
Casio has released two new G-Shock watches in the US market: the GST-B1000BD-1A and the GST-B1000BD-2A. Both models are part of the G-Steel lineup and were initially launched in Japan last month. They are currently available for $510. Desig

Satechi USB-C Snap Hub review: Best hub for MacBook Neo
Macworld At a glanceExpert's Rating Pros Six ports for two-port Neo Perfect color-matched accessory Compact and lightweight 4K/60Hz HDMI Card readers Legacy USB-A Passthrough power Cons Card readers are slow Our Verdict The Satechi USB-C Sn

Cracks are starting to show in Xbox Game Pass after Microsoft removed a previously promised first‑party game it literally owns [UPDATE]
Xbox has removed Tony Hawk's Pro Skater 1+2 from its upcoming Game Pass lineup despite owning the IP, prompting questions about the service's direction as subscriber growth reportedly slows.

Xbox adds 52 more titles to 'Stream Your Own Games,' including Black Ops 6 and indie classics
Xbox's "Stream Your Own Games" library has expanded with 52 new titles. Game Pass subscribers who own these games can now stream Call of Duty: Black Ops 6 and a bunch of indie classics.
Microsoft deleted a hacked user's 25-year-old Xbox account, along with his OneDrive baby photos
A complaint from a Dutch streamer whose hijacked Microsoft account was permanently suspended has gone viral. The user claims to have lost access to his son's baby pictures and digital games that cost thousands of euros.Read Entire Article

Windows 11 has more recovery options than ever, and here’s exactly when I would use each one to fix a broken PC
Windows 11 doesn't rely on one recovery option. Discover every tool available to repair, restore, reset, and rebuild your computer.
Boston Dynamics tests Spot as a delivery assistant that carries packages
Boston Dynamics has posted a video of Spot on a route with a delivery driver. After it hops out of the back of a van, the driver loads parcels onto a conveyor belt attached to the robot's back.Read Entire Article

OpenAI’s first device could be a screenless AI speaker that moves
OpenAI’s long-rumoured consumer hardware appears to be taking shape. Instead of launching a smartphone, the company is reportedly working on a portable AI-powered smart speaker designed to act as a personal companion. The device is said to

Fresh Redmi K100 Pro leak reiterates specs, 200MP camera, 8500mAh battery
The Redmi K100 Pro just cannot stay out of the leaks. We reported earlier that tipster Digital Chat Station (DCS) had shared a fairly complete spec sheet for the phone — from its display to the camera setup. Now, the same tipster is back wi

Ugreen’s tiny 65W USB-C charger is nearly 50% off for the first time
Macworld Ugreen Nexode Air 65W charger View Deal (function () { document.querySelector("#sticky-promo-block a").addEventListener("click", function(e) { const debug = document.location.host.search(/lndo.site|go-vip.net/) !== -1; const text =
Enthusiast project turns the Steam Controller into a cross-platform gamepad
Valve's new Steam Controller doesn't natively support XInput, even though XInput remains the standard for many PC games and devices. Typically, Steam has to stay open in the background to bridge that gap. With OpenPuck, the microcontroller

This viral Steam PC horror game is coming exclusive to Xbox on consoles next week, with Game Pass and Play Anywhere
Bun Muen, the developer of the upcoming viral indie horror game Shift At Midnight, has announced that, in addition to PC, it's also coming to Xbox consoles, Xbox Game Pass, and Xbox Play Anywhere on July 22, 2026.

Microsoft's Snapdragon X2 Surface Laptop 8 and Pro 12 for Business are now available
The Snapdragon X2-powered Surface Laptop 8 and Surface Pro 12 for Business are officially available. Here is what you need to know.

We Tested Linux VS Win 11 - One Huge Catch!? It SHOULDN’T work this well
For decades, PC gaming meant Windows. No choice, no debate. But in 2026, Windows 10 is dead(ish), Windows 11 keeps getting heavier, and Linux gaming is better than it's ever been.

I tested Windows 11's overhauled search experience, and I think Microsoft has finally fixed it: Windows Search is now more accurate and easier to use
Microsoft's new Windows Search experience is now rolling out in preview, and I've gone hands-on to see if the improvements really do make a difference.

Best laptop stands for Apple MacBook Pro and MacBook Air 2026
Macworld Apple’s MacBooks are great, but—as with all laptops—using one isn’t that great for your back or neck. Continual bowing of the head to see a screen can lead to a stiff neck and what doctors scarily call spinal stenosis, which can co

GOG gently reminds us that it's the leading PC gaming platform to offer full DRM-free games — yes, you can keep them forever
Faith in the preservation of digital media has been shattered thanks to Sony and Microsoft's recent actions, but GOG.com has come to restore it by reminding gamers that it's the only legal digital storefront where you can buy DRM-free games

The Xbox action RPG that proved to me Game Freak is capable of more than just Pokémon just released a new trailer
Game Freak, the studio most famous for developing the mainline Pokémon games, has uploaded a new gameplay trailer showing off the complex combat system of its upcoming action RPG, Beast of Reincarnation.

I Revived MSN Messenger and Its Forgotten Companion Gadget!
MSN Messenger used to be the way people talked online in the 2000s… but it's long gone since 2013. Today I tried to bring it back to life.

MS-03 Hands On First Look! Desktop GPU Power in a Mini PC
In this first look, we are taking the all-new Minisforum MS-03 Mini Workstation and transforming it into a custom, small form factor Steam Machine. Powered by the Intel Core Ultra 9 386H, this mini PC features 16 cores, 16 threads, and a hidden superpower: a full-size, internal PCIe 5.0 x8 slot.

Hisense A10 is an E Ink smartphone with a detachable LCD screen on the back
Just days after Bigme launched a crowdfunding campaign for a dual-screen smartphone with an E Ink display on one side and an LCD display on the other, Hisense has introduced a phone with similar features. But there’s one key thing that sets

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

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

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

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

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

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,
