Go Gadget News Logo

Go Gadget News — Daily Curated Tech News_

// Daily curated byte-sized tech news from around the web. 441 stories pulled across 26 feeds. Cache rotates every 30 minutes.

> Total Articles Processed
0

A Feature That Makes Your Phone Data Self-Destruct in Authorities’ Hands May Soon Have Its Day in Court

The defendant, an Atlanta area activist, denies having done it. But is it even illegal?

> read_full
──▶

5 command-line apps I install on every new Linux PC

Shaking up the usual terminal suspects.

> read_full
──▶

I've been using Android Auto for over a year, and I wish I knew about these 4 settings sooner

The hidden settings I overlooked

> read_full
──▶
Sponsored contentSponsored

// sponsored

Join us on Threads

Join in the discussion on our daily tech thread.

> visit_sponsor──▶

How to watch Liverpool vs Sunderland for FREE: pre-season friendly live streams from anywhere

Here's how to watch Liverpool vs Sunderland live streams for free from anywhere in the world, as Andoni Iraola takes charge of his first game as Reds manager.

> read_full
──▶

‘Futurama’ Season 14 Trailer Promises More Sci-Fi Swagger and Shenanigans

The long-lived animated series created by Matt Groening returns to Hulu August 3.

> read_full
──▶

Engine and cabin air filters: the $30 DIY fix that extends your car's life

How and why to change your car engine and cabin air filters

> read_full
──▶
Sponsored contentSponsored

// sponsored

Join us on Telegram

Get the latest tech news daily, delivered direct to your Telegram.

> visit_sponsor──▶

No More Menus: Gemini Daily Brief Prepares Deep Customization via Text Prompts

The post No More Menus: Gemini Daily Brief Prepares Deep Customization via Text Prompts appeared first on Android Headlines.

> read_full
──▶

Get half off Proton Pass and stop reusing the same five passwords everywhere

Keep your passwords secret and keep them safe

> read_full
──▶

Android 17 was supposed to fix this Pixel annoyance, but it only made it worse

One step forward, two steps back.

> read_full
──▶

I gave up on buying a graphics card this year, and my CPU's built-in one is doing just fine

I don't feel the need to rush out and buy a graphics card for the time being.

> read_full
──▶

12 Advancements In Battery Tech That Could Define The Next Decade

Today's batteries are only the beginning. These emerging technologies could change everything from EV range to phone battery life and future of clean energy.

> read_full
──▶

EU says TikTok hasn't done enough to ensure minors' safety

The latest findings could come with a fine of up to six percent of TikTok's annual revenue.

> read_full
──▶

5 things you can plug into the mystery glowing port on the back of your TV

It's not your eyes, it's an optical inclusion.

> read_full
──▶

Who Owns Belkin, The Smartphone Accessory Brand?

Belkin is among the most popular mobile accessory brands, making high-quality cables and adapters. In case you're wondering, here's who owns the brand.

> read_full
──▶

We Got a First Look at ‘Common Side Effects’ Season 2

The Adult Swim series returns in early 2027 for more high-stakes animated intrigue involving medical miracles and magic mushrooms.

> read_full
──▶

This AI SSD tech makes 8 RTX 5090s perform like 46 GPUs in inference

GenStorAIGE's AI90 combines HBM, DDR, and SSD storage, claiming faster inference while expanding effective GPU memory for large language models.

> read_full
──▶

Google basically confirms the Pixel 11 is getting a price hike

Google's Vice President of Devices and Services, Shakil Barkat, all but confirmed in an interview with 9to5 Google that its next Pixel phone would cost more than the Pixel 10. Considering the ongoing RAM supply issues due to the explosion o

> read_full
──▶

Lenovo launches new Legion magnetic keyboard with 8,000mAh battery, 8K polling rate, and all-aluminum design

Lenovo has launched the Legion R7 RT75 magnetic keyboard in China. Featuring all the latest features like rapid trigger and SOCD, the new 75% keeb packs a massive 8,000 mAh battery, an 8K polling rate, and a built-in display in an all-alumi

> read_full
──▶

Apple Sued by Customers Who Lost Combined $1.8 Million Through Fake Bitcoin Wallet in App Store

Apple is facing a new lawsuit from three customers who allegedly lost a combined $1.8 million after falling victim to a fake Bitcoin wallet app in the App Store, according to a complaint filed in California federal court on Friday. The comp

> read_full
──▶

7 Easy Ways To Transfer Photos Without Losing Quality

Keep every detail of your photos intact with these easy transfer methods including cloud storage, external drives, file sharing, and more.

> read_full
──▶

6 great classic movies you need to stop putting off in 2026

Take a trip to the past and honor some all-time great movies.

> read_full
──▶

I ditched expensive Raspberry Pi models for a $15 Zero 2W, and it still handles most of my self-hosted projects

Running resource-intensive tools like NextCloud on a Raspberry Pi Zero 2W is not feasible, but essential self-hosted tools can work without problems.

> read_full
──▶

Samsung's new Galaxy Z Fold 8 is a design masterpiece with just one tiny flaw

From its impossibly thin build to the vanished crease, the Fold 8 feels like design perfection

> read_full
──▶

Google All but Confirms Price Hikes for Upcoming Pixel 11 Lineup Amid RAM Shortage

The post Google All but Confirms Price Hikes for Upcoming Pixel 11 Lineup Amid RAM Shortage appeared first on Android Headlines.

> read_full
──▶

Monocab: Self-balancing monorail now runs on new tracks as a campus shuttle

The Monocab concept was originally intended to operate on disused rail lines. Researchers are now also exploring its use on a single newly built track. The first vehicle is already running on a test section, an approach that could avoid sev

> read_full
──▶

What Do Doctors Think Of Oura Rings?

Oura Rings are becoming ridiculously popular among wearables, but do they really work, and how accurate are they? Doctors have an interesting take.

> read_full
──▶

Same engine, $20,000 less: why the 2026 Toyota Camry beats its Lexus twin

The real question isn't which one is nicer. It's what the higher price actually buys.

> read_full
──▶

What's The Fastest Speed You Can Legally Drive On A Dirt Road? It Depends

That dirt road may look like the freedom to drive as fast as you want, but not so fast - every state has speed limits, even when there's no posted sign.

> read_full
──▶

Samsung Galaxy Tab A9+ Unexpectedly Reverts to Factory Software After Four Months

An unusual case involving the Samsung Galaxy Tab A9+ has caught the attention of Galaxy users. After sitting unused and without a charge for four months, the tablet powered on normally once it was connected to a charger. However, owners wer

> read_full
──▶

OnePlus N6x's battery capacity confirmed

OnePlus recently revealed the design of the N6x, which will be launched on July 31. The brand also said that the N6x can provide up to 2.5 days of battery life on a single charge without revealing battery capacity. Well, we now know how big

> read_full
──▶

The ‘Lanterns’ Clips at Comic-Con Were Even Better Than the New Trailer

We detail the seven clips shown during the Hall H panel with Aaron Pierre, Kyle Chandler, and others.

> read_full
──▶

These 4 self-hosted apps sounded great, but they weren't worth the hassle

Just because you can self-host it doesn't mean you should.

> read_full
──▶

I wouldn't build another smart home without Zigbee, even with Matter everywhere

Cheaper, more stable and gives you access to all of the features.

> read_full
──▶

The 20 percent rule for solar panels can help you save money in the long run

Building your solar panel system with some extra capacity makes managing it a bit easier.

> read_full
──▶

Oppo Find W Is Set to Arrive With New Design, But Recently Leaked Images Are All AI-Generated

According to recent rumors, OPPO could be working on a very different type of smartphone. According to recent reports, the company is developing a new device called the OPPO Find W, which may feature a wider design than most smartphones on

> read_full
──▶

Wind Or Solar: Which Energy Source Is More Efficient?

When it comes to green energy technologies, solar and wind power dominate the conversation, but which of these paradigms is truly the best?

> read_full
──▶

Samsung's One UI 9.0 Gets Major Lockscreen Security Change that Forces a Factory Reset

The post Samsung's One UI 9.0 Gets Major Lockscreen Security Change that Forces a Factory Reset appeared first on Android Headlines.

> read_full
──▶

Canon registered three new cameras. One may be a digital tribute to the legendary AE-1.

Canon has registered three new cameras with wireless certification agencies, a step that typically signals imminent announcements. Rumours point to updates across Canon’s mid-range mirrorless lineup: the EOS R8 II, EOS R7 II, and EOS R10 II

> read_full
──▶

Meta walks back limits for its smart glasses' Conversation Focus feature, for now

A company spokesperson said that it's "still exploring all our options for the best approach."

> read_full
──▶

Qualcomm's chip price hikes could make phones, wearables, and laptops even pricier

Qualcomm issued a letter to its clients on Friday warning that its chips will soon become more expensive due to rising supply costs. The company develops chips that power most Android devices, numerous wearables, automotive systems, and a r

> read_full
──▶

Buyers are taking a risk—Why is OnePlus only making a vague promise on updates?

OnePlus does not specify a binding support period for the Pad 4. At the same time, the brand will soon officially withdraw from many parts of the world. Consumers are now faced with the question of how long the tablet will continue to recei

> read_full
──▶

Marvel is Whipping Indiana Jones Back Into Comics Adventures

Indiana Jones returns to comic books with a new miniseries and a collection of some old classics.

> read_full
──▶

I'm not letting Claude touch my passwords, no matter how safe Anthropic claims it is

My passwords are mine

> read_full
──▶

My internet went down for hours before I noticed—so I built an internet status light with an ESP32

I know when my internet is on the blink.

> read_full
──▶

This one self-hosted app turned my old PC into a home server I rely on

This free, self-hosted app gave my old computer a second life.

> read_full
──▶

Here's Why Google Maps Keeps Giving The Wrong Location On PC

While smartphones are the primary method people use to navigate themselves, there are times that you might use your desktop PC or laptop to plan a trip.

> read_full
──▶

Kalshi demands Netflix take down trailer for ‘Prediction Games’ documentary

Kalshi claims the trailer is “defamatory” and contains “both fabricated documents and false and misleading statements.”

> read_full
──▶

This Compact Gadget Keeps Your Refrigerator Running Even In A Power Outage

If you want to prevent food waste, keeping your items cold in a power outage is a crucial consideration. There is a compact gadget made just for this purpose.

> read_full
──▶

How Valve's desperation to escape Windows 8 turned it into a Linux powerhouse

It has evolved a lot since its inception.

> read_full
──▶

Yes, airplane mode makes your phone charge faster — but it's not worth it

If you need to juice up your phone in a hurry, there are more effective tactics than turning on airplane mode.

> read_full
──▶

15 Famous Movie & TV Vehicles You Can Buy (But Probably Can't Afford)

You can often find iconic cars from movies and TV shows in real life, either screen-used or replicas, in the hands of collectors with deep pockets.

> read_full
──▶

‘The Rings of Power’ Season 3 Is ‘the Season We’ve Been Building To’

The Prime Video series 'Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power' returns to Middle-earth starting November 11.

> read_full
──▶

Massachusetts EV Drivers Can Sell Extra Energy to the Grid Under New Program

Hey car, got any spare electrons? Asking for an energy grid.

> read_full
──▶

You Should Try The Headphone Mode On Your TCL Roku Enhanced TV Remote - Here's Why

If you have a specific model of Roku remote, you may have a special headphone mode that makes some surprising audio options available to you.

> read_full
──▶

This display upgrade made me excited about Samsung's foldables again

I'm finally considering a Samsung foldable

> read_full
──▶

The 6 best Motorola smartphones of all time, ranked

Motorola has had more hits than you probably remember.

> read_full
──▶

Ukraine unveils tiny 'aircraft carrier' but for FPV drone — will submarine UAV launcher be next?

Ukraine introduced a naval drone carrying FPV aircraft while expanding unmanned maritime operations through new launch concepts and future interception capabilities.

> read_full
──▶

How To Get The Best Battery Life Out Of Your Apple Watch

The Apple Watch is a computer on your wrist, and as the famous saying goes, with great power comes great battery drain, but it doesn't have to be that way.

> read_full
──▶

I'm glad I bought into AM5, because a drop-in CPU swap is one of the last cheap upgrades left in 2026

Everything's getting more expensive, except this.

> read_full
──▶

Librarians are hosting viral ‘Avoiding AI’ workshops for people who are fed up with Big Tech

At libraries around the country, "Avoiding AI" workshops have elicited unprecedented demand.

> read_full
──▶

Amy’s Soup Recalled in 27 States Over Spoilage Risk

"Amy's recalled the lot out of an abundance of caution to ensure the high quality of its products," the company said in a statement.

> read_full
──▶

People are quietly recording every conversation they have with AI, and the person across the table has no idea

A growing number of professionals have started using AI tools to record every conversation they have, and the people being recorded usually have no idea it is happening. The Wall Street Journal reported this week that apps like Granola, whi

> read_full
──▶

Why do premium tablets lack the best security feature that nearly every budget phone has?

In our review, the Oppo Pad 5 Pro impressed us with its exceptional battery life, powerful Snapdragon chipset, and ultra‑slim design. However, the manufacturer has once again omitted a fingerprint sensor from its premium tablet - a feature

> read_full
──▶

Samsung's compact Galaxy S26 just became an even better bargain at Amazon

This enhanced price cut may not stay live for long, so act fast if you want to save.

> read_full
──▶

OnePlus 15 Vs. Samsung Galaxy S26: Which Is Better For Gaming?

Gaming is bigger than it has ever been around the world, and a part of its growth is thanks to gaming on mobile devices, such as smartphones.

> read_full
──▶

What Does Vinegar Do To An Engine?

Vinegar shows up as a common ingredient in hack videos, but is using it on or around your engine a good idea? Here are some things to consider.

> read_full
──▶

Qualcomm is reportedly planning to raise processor prices by the end of the summer

Qualcomm, the maker of processors powering numerous Android devices, is raising its prices.

> read_full
──▶

‘Blade Runner 2099’ Creator on Connecting the Show to the Movies

Silka Luisa talked about Prime Video's upcoming sci-fi thriller based on 'Blade Runner' and 'Blade Runner 2049.'

> read_full
──▶

My favorite thing about the Galaxy Z Fold 8 isn’t even that obvious

Will I be buying Samsung's brand-new Galaxy Z Fold 8? Probably not. Not because I don't like it. Quite the opposite. To my eyes, it looks like the most exciting foldable yet, and the thing I love most about it isn't even that obvious. It's

> read_full
──▶

AMD's Helios rack is finally shipping, and it's coming for Nvidia's AI dominance

That challenge hasn't deterred AMD. If anything, it seems to have sharpened the company's focus. At its recent Advancing AI event in San Francisco, AMD rolled out an unusually dense wave of announcements spanning AI infrastructure for the c

> read_full
──▶

This nostalgic app transformed my Pixel into a GameCube

GCube Launcher lets you relive the glory days of Nintendo's lunchbox-shaped console on your Android device.

> read_full
──▶

Moto Pad 70 Flipkart microsite confirms 12.1-inch 2.5K display, Moto Pen, 5G connectivity

After teasing the audio-focused Moto Pad 70 Groove earlier, the company has now revealed key details about the standard Moto Pad 70 on a Flipkart microsite. It’s expected to arrive around August 8. You’re getting a big 12.1-inch display wit

> read_full
──▶

How to get more storage on your Android without using a microSD Card

Cloud storage isn't your only option.

> read_full
──▶

New data shows EV batteries are lasting far longer than buyers think, yet US sales keep falling

Modern electric vehicles retain an average of 97 percent of their original range after three years and 95 percent after five years, according to a new analysis by EV data company Recurrent. For a 2026 model with a rated range of 325 miles,

> read_full
──▶

Who Owns Dbrand, The Tech Accessory Brand?

You've likely wondered who owns dbrand, a famously confrontational titan of the electronic accessory market. It's entirely independent and run by this one man.

> read_full
──▶

On paper, the Googlebook sounds incredible, but everything hinges on Google delivering

There are multiple pathways for the Googlebook and Chromebooks to coexist; it all comes down to how Google plays the hand

> read_full
──▶

Synth historian Oli Freke will spend big on a good bicycle

Oli Freke is a musician and journalist whose works have appeared in Sound on Sound, The Quietus, and Mixmag. This has included using math to explore the melodic potential of the Western 12-tone scale and deep dives on effects plug-ins. He's

> read_full
──▶

Fixing These 3 Complaints Would Make The Next Chevy Tahoe Even Better

The Chevy Tahoe is a very well-liked SUV, and deservedly so. But while it's great, it's not perfect, and there are some changes that would improve it.

> read_full
──▶

Asus launches new AMD-powered OLED laptop with thin and light design

The ZenBook 14 Air 2026 has been launched in China. Retailing at around $1,476.50, it's a thin and light laptop powered by the AMD Ryzen AI 7 H 445. There's a bright OLED display with a 120Hz refresh rate.

> read_full
──▶

Your laser engraver will ruin expensive material — here's what to practice on instead

Practice laser engraving on cardboard, paper, and scrap wood before risking leather, coated metal, or other expensive materials.

> read_full
──▶

Teenage Engineering’s unique music machines are 30 percent off

With elements from synthesizers, loopers, and effects pedals, Teenage Engineering’s devices lie somewhere between musical instrument and modern art. These grooveboxes, as they’re often called, are capable of helping you produce songs in rea

> read_full
──▶

AirPods, AirTag 2, and iPads Hit Low Prices This Week

We tracked a few solid deals on Apple devices this week, including savings across the entire AirPods lineup, a record low price on AirTag 2, and the best prices on Apple's A16 iPad since June. All of these deals are still available to purch

> read_full
──▶

Lenovo Legion Y7MG gaming mouse launches with PAW3950 sensor and 8K polling

The Lenovo Legion Y7MG gaming mouse has been launched in China. It features a 59 g magnesium-alloy body, PixArt's PAW3950 optical sensor, and tri-mode connectivity with support for polling rates of up to 8,000 Hz. The launch price starts at

> read_full
──▶

Can You Set Up A Google TV Without Connecting It To The Internet?

While internet connectivity unlocks many of the best features on Google TV, you might want to set it up without the internet. Here's how to do it.

> read_full
──▶

vivo X300 E specs leak through carrier listing

vivo is unveiling the X300 E next week and ahead of that the phone has been listed by China Telecom's website. This has revealed its main specs. The device has the model number V2612A. It's powered by the Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 chipset and will

> read_full
──▶

RIP Chuck Russell, ‘The Mask’ and ‘Nightmare on Elm Street 3’ Director

Along with 'The Mask,' Russell is best known for helming 'The Blob,' 'Dreamscape,' and 'The Scorpion King.'

> read_full
──▶

HMD Touch AI launches in China as feature phone with 4G, Wi-Fi, hotspot priced at ~$69

HMD has launched the HMD Touch AI in China, a tiny, purposeful device that mixes classic Nokia Lumia vibes with some useful AI tools, all for a very reasonable price. The phone clearly takes inspiration from the old Nokia Lumia series. It h

> read_full
──▶

Mistral's Vibe does what ChatGPT, Claude, and Gemini charge for, and it's free

The big three aren't the only ones in the game

> read_full
──▶

The downsides of switching from Android to iPhone

Here are a few things to know if you're leaving Android for iPhone.

> read_full
──▶

14 Electronics & Retro Games On Amazon That Are Pure Nostalgia

Finding Amazon retro gadgets and electronics worth your time is hard, but we're here to help.

> read_full
──▶

Galaxy S27 Ultra price pressure rises further after Qualcomm’s latest move

These are not really the best of times to be a buyer of consumer electronics. Everything's more expensive as companies are forced to raise prices due to supply chain upheaval. We've just seen Samsung raise prices across the board for its ne

> read_full
──▶

Experts claim to have found more weaknesses in Apple's Gatekeeper tool — but it doesn't seem too bothered

Gatekeeper doesn't blink when you archive a legitimate app and replace it with an evil doppelganger.

> read_full
──▶

5 Best TV Shows Like Andor: A Star Wars Story

Enjoyed the intergalactic greatness of "Andor: A Star Wars Story"? Then don't waste any time checking out these five great shows with similar elements.

> read_full
──▶

Google Maps rolling out Immersive Navigation, speedometer in Android Auto to more users

Google Maps appears to be opening the floodgates on the rollout of Immersive Navigation and support for a speedometer in Android Auto right now, as both features are showing up more broadly.

> read_full
──▶

Apple won the smartwatch war. Now what?

Macworld It’s been almost 12 years since Apple unveiled its smartwatch to the world, and if you compare that first model to the newest Series 11, you’ll see that a lot has changed. Apple Watch has become slimmer, larger, and packed with mor

> read_full
──▶

Euro Truck Simulator 2 and American Truck Simulator are getting some more base map reworks — just in time for their console release?

Nevada in American Truck Simulator joins the UK in Euro Truck Simulator 2 as being an upcoming rework of base game content in the popular titles. Just in time for their promised console launch?

> read_full
──▶

Microsoft is using TPM chips to crack down on pirated Windows activations

Microsoft recently announced a brand-new addition to Key Management Service (KMS), a standard feature for mass activation of Windows devices in enterprises and other large-scale organizations. The KMS feature will soon rely on hardware-base

> read_full
──▶

Warner Bros. is suing Amazon for poaching employees

Warner Bros. Discovery has filed suit against Amazon, accusing it of illegally poaching employees, including Pia Barlow, former senior VP for originals marketing. In the complaint, Warner says that "Amazon has chosen to ride on the coattail

> read_full
──▶

10 Desk Gadgets That Just Work

From smart speakers and mechanical keyboards to webcams and battery backups, these practical, effective desk gadgets make every workday more productive.

> read_full
──▶

I dug through Reddit to find the ten Windows 11 features people find "life-changing, " and the results were fascinating

Discover 10 underrated Windows 11 features Reddit users swear by, from Clipboard history and Winget to Sandbox and Reliability Monitor.

> read_full
──▶

Xiaomi 18 series: Three out of four Leica camera flagships to start globally with some details and surprises tipped

More and more clues point to a completely revamped Xiaomi 18 lineup this year and a comprehensive global launch in many regions like India or Europe. In the last few hours, deep code analysis and reliable leakers have provided new informati

> read_full
──▶

What Makes Red Light Flashlights Different From Regular Options

Flashlights come in all shapes, sizes, and colors, but using a red flashlight at night may have some hidden benefits that you aren't aware of.

> read_full
──▶

5 Mini Tools You Can Get At Tractor Supply

Tractor Supply Co. offers a wide range of tools, including smaller ones that don't take up much space. Here are a few of their mini offerings.

> read_full
──▶

The memory crisis just broke PC sales' growth streak — shipments dropped globally in Q2 2026, and only one PC brand saw any improvement

New findings from Counterpoint Research show that global PC shipments are finally seeing some seriously negative effects caused by the AI-driven RAM shortage. Only one Windows PC brand saw any growth, while everything else fell.

> read_full
──▶

Samsung gets $200 billion to make chips for Broadcom

Here's another win for Samsung's semiconductor division. The company announced earlier today that it has signed a $200 billion deal to supply and produce advanced chips for US-based Broadcom until 2030. The agreement covers the supply of me

> read_full
──▶

If you need a solid laptop that's better for your wrist and better for your budget, then this one that wowed our friends at TechRadar will fit the bill

JLab flagship Epic Wireless Keyboard is enjoying a limited-time discount at Best Buy for typists looking for an affordable keyboard with stellar responsiveness and long battery life.

> read_full
──▶

Lenovo launches Legion R7 RT75 gaming keyboard with TFT screen, Hall effect switches & RGB lights

Lenovo has expanded its gaming peripheral lineup with the release of the Legion R7 RT75. It is a 75% layout keyboard that combines a full aluminum body with customizable magnetic switches. The keyboard is priced at 1,299 yuan ($192) and is

> read_full
──▶

Samsung's new smartwatch is packed with new modes; there are 3 I'm dying to test

Keep track on the tracker

> read_full
──▶

How to program your Roku remote to voice control your non-Roku TV

Go hands-free with voice commands.

> read_full
──▶

Huawei Pura X Max vs Galaxy Z Fold 8 Wide: Top 3 notable differences

After Huawei set the trend of wide foldable phones in the market with the new Pura X Max, Samsung followed with its broad creation – Galaxy Z Fold 8 and here is an ultimate showdown between the two folding innovations and their top-notch fe

> read_full
──▶

Casio's latest G-Shock collab has a $3,500 Corvette to thank for its look

Casio has launched the G-Shock DW6900MO26-4, a limited-edition watch made with rapper Larry June and his brand Midnight Organic. The orange colorway is inspired by the interior of June's 1987 Chevrolet Corvette, and pressing the light butto

> read_full
──▶

At $200 off, the Pixel 10 shows you don't have to wait for the Pixel 11

Why wait for the new models when this bad boy is so affordable?

> read_full
──▶

I spent 72 hours with the Galaxy Watch Ultra 2: here is how the battery held up

Solid battery life, but one thing hasn't changed.

> read_full
──▶

Halo: Campaign Evolved on PC manages to look good even at low settings, sparing folk from selling their souls for RTX 5000 cards that are rising in price

PC players deprived of powerful GPUs thanks to the RAM crisis rejoiced because PC Gamer has discovered Halo: Campaign Evolved can achieve solid framerates on low settings and still maintain superb graphical fidelity without needing the late

> read_full
──▶

Is Cloud Storage On PlayStation 5 Worth It In 2026?

Is utilizing cloud storage for game saves worth it for PlayStation 5 owners in 2026? It turns out the answer can be both yes and no, depending on your needs.

> read_full
──▶

One fallen power line exposed a growing AI data center problem. Here’s how to fix it.

A close call in Northern Virginia revealed just how poorly data centers respond to grid disruptions. Here's how to fix the problem.

> read_full
──▶

AMD confirms Zen 7 Epyc "Florence" for 2028 and previews Zen 8 Epyc "Ravenna" for 2030

In her keynote speech, AMD CEO Lisa Su revealed that Zen 7 will debut in 2028 with the 7th-generation Epyc "Florence" processors for enterprise and AI data centers. The new core architecture will be divided into classic (Zen 7) and compute-

> read_full
──▶

Top Stories: 'Apple Upgrade' Program, Apple Music Price Hike, and More

It's been another busy week in the Apple world, led by word that the company is preparing to launch a new device leasing and financing program as it has raised some more prices including on Apple Music subscriptions. This week also saw a fr

> read_full
──▶

Nanoleaf Smart LED Monitor Stand with 102 RGB zones, dual-mode lighting launched

The Smart LED Monitor Stand from Nanoleaf offers RGB ambient lighting as well as focused task lighting, all of which can be controlled through voice, app, or touch. It also elevates your monitor to a more ergonomic viewing position, while c

> read_full
──▶

Poll: Will you stop buying LG monitors after this week's adware scandal?

LG's monitors sparked outrage by silently installing software that promoted McAfee ads on Windows 11. While Microsoft stepped in and the pop-ups are gone, we want to know if the controversy will change your buying habits.

> read_full
──▶

JSAUX Xbox Ally ModCase review: I used scissors to cut off my dbrand Killswitch case to replace it with this — ZERO regrets ✂️

The dbrand Killswitch case for the Xbox Ally isn't bad, but the JSAUX Mod Case absolutely blows it away — better feel, features, and value.

> read_full
──▶

I’m using my phone way less, and it’s making me happier

I write about smartphones, Android, and consumer technology for a living, but I can admit that I am addicted to the devices I use every day. I figured I need to have a firebreak and, hand on heart, it’s making me happier and healthier. If y

> read_full
──▶

Is this e-reader case a gun?

Is an e-reader case as dangerous as a Glock 19? Last month, Louisville, Kentucky-based creator Luke The Maker showed off a bizarre, 3D-printed, pistol-shaped case design for the popular minimalist Xteink X4 e-reader. The X4 lies vertically

> read_full
──▶

Slim Ugreen charger launches with 100W fast charging support and affordable price

Ugreen has launched a new slim charger that’s part of the Nexode Air lineup. It comes with 100W fast charging support, features a three-port config, and has a compact form factor. The launch price is affordable, CNY 189, about $28.

> read_full
──▶

5 Electronics That Are Much Cheaper To Buy In Japan

We live in a global economy nowadays, and it turns out that many types of electronics can be purchased cheaper from Japan than within the U.S.

> read_full
──▶

Ultra-Simple Conversion Turns This Kia Van Into A Full-On Camper

See how an innovative company adapts Kia's electric van into a micro-camper, showing what's possible when converting modern EVs for off-grid travel.

> read_full
──▶

Huawei optimizing global FreeClip 2 units with July 2026 update

Huawei is rolling out a new July 2026 update for the global FreeClip 2 earbuds and has optimized its system stability. The company is gradually releasing the latest firmware to the open-back earphones, enhancing the existing audio functions

> read_full
──▶

Nvidia is pouring $1 billion into South Korea’s AI infrastructure through Naver and SK Group

Nvidia will invest $1 billion in South Korean internet company Naver to help finance an AI data center under construction in South Korea, the chipmaker announced late Friday. The funding will allow Naver to more than triple the size of the

> read_full
──▶

Galaxy Watch Ultra 2 vs Watch Ultra: Biggest upgrades

Samsung announced its 2026 smartwatch lineup at Unpacked in London earlier this week. The Galaxy Watch Ultra 2 is the top-of-the-line model, and you'd be forgiven for thinking it's the same Ultra as before. It's not. Despite the familiar ae

> read_full
──▶

I switched from my Google Pixel to a Samsung Galaxy Ultra; I didn't expect these trade-offs

The hardware upgrade came with compromises

> read_full
──▶

OpenAI quietly signs letter from Nvidia, Microsoft, and Meta warning about dangers of 'premature restrictions' on open-weight AI models — as the White House accuses China of stealing from Anthropic

With China's open-weight AI models continuing to improve, US companies want to see a free market for all.

> read_full
──▶

12 Tractor Supply Lawn & Garden Tools You Probably Didn't Realize Existed

These Tractor Supply lawn and garden tools may have eluded you, from clever weeders to time saving gadgets that make outdoor work easier.

> read_full
──▶

YouTube adds new tools to make creating thumbnails easier

YouTube is making it easier to add custom thumbnails for both short-form and long-form videos.

> read_full
──▶

Amazon explains why cloud gaming could soon become far more attractive

Amazon believes console prices climbing toward $1,000 could finally make cloud gaming a mainstream option. While many players agree with the logic, they also question whether Amazon Luna is ready, given its limited game library.

> read_full
──▶

NASA Knows The Sun Isn't Yellow, But Still Calls It A 'Yellow' Dwarf - Here's Why

The bright golden depictions of the sun from childhood drawings don't quite match up to the science behind its color.

> read_full
──▶

I won't upgrade my phone until Samsung and Google fix this one thing

Phone upgrades are dead until manufacturers start competing on battery life again

> read_full
──▶

New Data Shows EV Batteries Are Lasting Longer Than Initially Expected

Modern EVs retain an average of 95% of their original range after five years, according to one analysis.

> read_full
──▶

Huawei and Apple reaping benefits from memory chip trouble

Memory chip prices and rising component costs have become a topic of trouble for many brands, except for Apple and Huawei. It looks like both top tech players know well how to reap benefits and remain ahead in the league even at times of cr

> read_full
──▶

Vodafone is testing an AI robotic mast, but the future belongs to adjustable internal antenna components

Vodafone is testing AI-controlled robotic antennas while preparing lower-energy internal antenna components for future autonomous 4G and 5G networks.

> read_full
──▶

Why Did It Take So Long for the Web to Get Its Own Domain Name?

Clue: the answer involves lawyers.

> read_full
──▶

I finally got studio-quality sound on my Pixel from one hidden toggle I found

Pixel owners with picky ears, take note

> read_full
──▶

Ugreen launches an ultra-slim 100W charger that can even power your laptop

Ugreen has introduced a new 100W charger in China, offering a flatter, more portable alternative to standard block-style power adapters. The Ugreen 100W Mini Ice GaN charger (model X876) is priced at 189 yuan, which converts to about $28. U

> read_full
──▶

Wider 16:10 smartphones may be coming

Most smartphones currently offer an aspect ratio of approximately 19.5:9, with the exception of foldables, whose cover displays often still use the elongated 21:9 aspect ratio. Those are slowly being replaced by much wider displays with an

> read_full
──▶

What Surrounds Us will make you think a lot about circles

What Surrounds Us takes its title literally. You play as a circle surrounding a hole in its middle - it looks like a donut with frosting. You work together with other sentient moving circles, sometimes helping them joyfully meet with others

> read_full
──▶

Folding and flipping phones are getting seriously good

Hi, friends! Welcome to Installer No. 137, your guide to the best and Verge-iest stuff in the world. (If you're new here, welcome, happy phone season, and also you can read all the old editions at the Installer homepage.) This week, I've be

> read_full
──▶

China fines Trip.com $765 million for forcing hotels into exclusive deals and controlling their prices

China’s market regulator fined Trip.com Group $765 million on Saturday after concluding that the country’s largest online travel platform abused its dominant market position. The State Administration for Market Regulation said Trip.com used

> read_full
──▶

Galaxy F70 Pro surfaces on Geekbench with Snapdragon 6 Gen 3, 8GB RAM

After the Galaxy F70e launched earlier this year, a more capable sibling, the Galaxy F70 Pro (model code SM-E476B), has now shown up in Geekbench. It’s giving us a clear early look at the hardware. The phone is powered by Qualcomm’s Snapdra

> read_full
──▶

Flagship business laptop with almost 24 hours of battery life - Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 14 Review

Who needs Windows on ARM? | The ThinkPad X1 Carbon is Lenovo's business flagship and the new Gen 14 model gets a new chassis as well as Intel's new Panther Lake mobile processors. The low-power IPS touchscreen offers an amazing battery runt

> read_full
──▶

Apple, Huawei, Xiaomi, Vivo, and Oppo are all reportedly colliding in September

Smartphone launches have usually followed a set order. Apple launches in September. Xiaomi launches its own flagship in China the same month. Vivo and Oppo have typically waited until October, and Huawei’s Mate series has often launched in

> read_full
──▶

The new Asus Zenbook S14 2026 is a great laptop, but it deserves the Core Ultra X chips with the Arc B390 iGPU

Asus equips the Zenbook S14 with Intel's new Panther Lake processors and the result is more CPU performance. You also get a larger battery and a brighter OLED screen, but the graphics performance is a disappointment.

> read_full
──▶

How To Change Your Home Location On Google Maps

Tired of manually navigating home with Google Maps? You can solve that problem by adding a home address to the app, and here's how to set (and change) it.

> read_full
──▶

Yes, Tractor Supply Sells UV Flashlights - Here's How Much They Cost

Tractor Supply sells more than just animal feed and outdoors equipment. The retailer also carries more niche items like UV flashlights both online and in-store.

> read_full
──▶

Waymo to end Uber exclusivity in Austin and Atlanta, launching its own app in January 2028

Waymo has notified Uber that it plans to launch its own app in Austin and Atlanta in January 2028, ending the exclusivity arrangement that has kept its robotaxis available only through Uber in both cities. An Uber spokesperson confirmed the

> read_full
──▶

Xiaomi's New Budget Floor Cleaner Sucks Harder, Dries Faster, and Costs $150

Xiaomi's Mijia floor cleaner lineup gets a new entry on August 3. The Mijia Wireless Floor Cleaner 5C launches at 999 yuan (~$150) in China, with subsidies already bringing it down to around 899 yuan. It follows last year's 4C model with th

> read_full
──▶

Google confirms Pixel price hikes across the board

Google is unveiling the Pixel 11 family on August 12, and ahead of that, the company's VP of Devices and Services Shakil Barkat has confirmed what we were all fearing: price hikes are coming. Barkat has unsurprisingly revealed that, like al

> read_full
──▶

HoverAir Aqua review: How the waterproof 4K drone performs while foilboarding

We retested the HoverAir Aqua—a waterproof, user-friendly drone—this time while foilboarding. The experience confirmed our positive impression, while a software update has introduced useful new features.

> read_full
──▶

Nothing Is Laying Off Staff and Denying It's Exiting 12 Markets

The smartphone world got another shock on July 24. A report from Digit claimed Nothing was preparing to exit 12 or more global markets, cut its workforce by 40%, and slash its R&D teams in both China and London. Nothing's co-founder Akis Ev

> read_full
──▶

MacBook Neo 2 Is Coming in 2027 — A19 Pro Chip and 12GB RAM Tipped

Apple launched the MacBook Neo just a few months ago. The second generation is already in testing. Bloomberg's Mark Gurman reports Apple is working on a MacBook Neo 2 with the A19 Pro chip and upgraded memory — keeping the affordable price

> read_full
──▶

Mads Mikkelsen's Best-Reviewed Action Movie Is One You May Never Have Heard Of

This gripping Danish dark comedy that combines thrilling action sequences with dry humor and witty dialogue is easily some of Mads Mikkelsen's best work.

> read_full
──▶

OpenAI's rogue agent went on a hacking spree that lasted days, Reuters says

Reuters reports that the OpenAI agent that hacked Hugging Face had been free for a week before the company noticed.

> read_full
──▶

Build a city on the back of a monster: Indie hit drops to its best price on Steam

Deal | The Wandering Village delivers classic city-building gameplay – but with a twist: your settlement is built on the back of a giant wandering creature, creating a range of unique gameplay mechanics. The indie hit is currently back at i

> read_full
──▶

The Most Amazing Cosplay of San Diego Comic-Con 2026, Day 2

Superheroes came out in force for SDCC day two.

> read_full
──▶

I found a Samsung feature that finally solved my biggest phone-sharing problem

One more reason not to switch away from Galaxy

> read_full
──▶

Dinos with swords, making music with gnomes and other new indie games worth checking out

Plus, email as turn-based combat (which is really just regular email).

> read_full
──▶

OpenAI hit by another outage as ChatGPT, Codex, and APIs stumble together

OpenAI’s status page reported elevated error rates across its APIs, ChatGPT, and Codex on Saturday, marking the fourth service disruption in four days for the company. Users encountered 503 errors with the internal label “biscuit_baker_serv

> read_full
──▶

What Makes Netgear 'Nighthawk' Routers So Expensive?

Netgear Nighthawk routers are some of the top models on the market, but they're also quite pricey. Here's why they're so expensive and whether they're worth it.

> read_full
──▶

What Is The Left Hand Rule For Electric Motors?

Electric motors can feature all sorts of different designs depending on the use they seek to fill, but most seem to operate on the same fundamental principles.

> read_full
──▶

Modi breaks Instagram’s Reel record with 300 million views as student protests sweep India

Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi posted two selfie videos on Instagram as student protests swept the country, with the first Reel drawing more than 300 million views in 24 hours and breaking the platform’s record for a single clip. The 7

> read_full
──▶

12 SUVs That Should Never Be Driven Off-Road

The badge says SUV, but that doesn't mean it's built for serious off-roading. Some of these models have expensive weaknesses.

> read_full
──▶

Mate 90 could be Huawei’s first in-display camera phone

Huawei in-display camera phone ambitions are once again taking off in the leaks segment, and the Mate 90 series seems a perfect choice for this solution. News on this matter hints that the 2026 Mate phones can bring an advanced 3D face reco

> read_full
──▶

Vivo X500 Pro to feature square front camera while Vivo X Fold 7 apparently won't copy iPhone Ultra format

A well-known and highly reliable leaker is currently providing exciting tidbits of information about the upcoming Zeiss flagship camera phones this fall, as well as Vivo’s next foldable device in 2027. According to the leak, Vivo is adoptin

> read_full
──▶

Is Your Galaxy S26 Stuck On 'Emergency Calls Only'? There May Be A Solution

If you've got an Emergency Calls Only notification on your Samsung Galaxy S26 and can't figure out how to clear it, here are some steps to try.

> read_full
──▶

This is what the Galaxy Z Fold 8 tells me about the foldable iPhone

Now that the Galaxy Z Fold 8 is out, it gives us a lot of clues about what we can expect for the foldable iPhone Ultra.

> read_full
──▶

Compact with up to 128 GB of RAM: The Acemagic F9A features AMD Ryzen AI Max+

The F9A is a new, powerful mini-PC supporting up to 128 GB of RAM and external GPU connectivity via OCuLink. It accommodates two fast M.2 SSDs and features high-speed networking options.

> read_full
──▶

Amazon accused of poaching HBO employees in Warner Bros. lawsuit

Warner Bros. Discovery has sued Amazon for 'inducing' its employees to breach their contracts.

> read_full
──▶

Can Vaccines Really Help Prevent Dementia?

Shingles infection might help trigger dementia. And preventing it though vaccination might forestall the latter, too, studies have found.

> read_full
──▶

I stopped opening the wrong Chrome tab after finding this Ctrl + F upgrade

Now I can find anything in seconds

> read_full
──▶

How Does Apple Make Its 'E' Series iPhones So Affordable?

The iPhone E models pick up where the previous SE models left off, offering affordable entry into Apple's hardware ecosystem. Doing that takes tradeoffs.

> read_full
──▶

The Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra is a great phone, but also a lie

What's so "Ultra" about this one?

> read_full
──▶

Honor Magic 9 to bring these four ‘first time’ changes over Magic 8

Honor is preparing for the official release of its Magic 9 series, and at the same time, the company will integrate some “first” changes to the flagship that will make it more user-friendly than its predecessor. What are these upgrades? Let

> read_full
──▶

Samsung signs a $200 billion chip deal with Broadcom covering memory, foundry and advanced packaging through 2030

Samsung Electronics and Broadcom have signed a memorandum of understanding worth more than $200 billion spanning memory chips, foundry manufacturing and advanced packaging for artificial intelligence semiconductors. The deal, announced on F

> read_full
──▶

Samsung tightens One UI 9.0 lockscreen security, permanent lockout after 13 failed attempts

Samsung’s One UI 9.0 introduces escalating lockout periods after failed unlock attempts, culminating in a permanent lock and mandatory factory reset after 13 distinct failures. The policy strengthens brute-force protection but raises the st

> read_full
──▶

Xenoblade Chronicles 2 Switch 2 Edition launches July 30

Xenoblade Chronicles 2's Nintendo Switch 2 Edition arrives digitally July 30, 2026, adding 4K/60fps, the MOMO Blade, Merc Assault mode, and amiibo support.

> read_full
──▶

ICYMI: the 7 biggest tech stories of the week, from the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 to the Garmin Cirqa

There was a lot of top-tier tech content published on TechRadar this week, and these are the highlights.

> read_full
──▶

Xiaomi ends software support for 10 devices: Here’s the list

Xiaomi has dropped software support for 10 devices, meaning they are no longer eligible for any updates going forward, including feature-rich HyperOS updates and security patches. The list includes a couple of high-end Xiaomi phones, mid-ra

> read_full
──▶

Deals: Samsung's latest Galaxy Z foldables and smartwatches up for pre-order

Samsung unveiled its latest foldables earlier this week, including the new wide-screen Galaxy Z Fold8, Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra, and Galaxy Z Flip8. The company also introduced the Galaxy Watch9 and Galaxy Watch Ultra2. All of the new devices a

> read_full
──▶

Roku is increasing prices across its hardware range

Roku's streaming devices got a price hike, and it's reportedly because of industry-wide memory shortages.

> read_full
──▶

5 Hyundai Models With The Best Resale Value

Hyundai is not particularly known for building cars that retain their value well. But there are, as ever, exceptions that prove it's not all bad.

> read_full
──▶

Can the Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra really replace your S26 Ultra? I finally have an answer

It would be easier to reach a conclusion if you had your priorities set.

> read_full
──▶

Huawei Pura 90s Pro: Top 5 flavorful features of the new flagship

Huawei has launched only two models in the Pura 90s series: Pro and Pro Max with top-of-the-line features. And today we’ll talk about what major upgrades the Pro variant brings over its predecessor, tempting consumers to purchase the new fl

> read_full
──▶

Keeprix saves streaming videos so your shows & movies can travel with you—on sale for just $96

Macworld TL;DR: Get Keeprix All-in-One Streaming Video Downloader lifetime access for just $95.99 (reg. $159.99) and download videos from your streaming platforms in up to 4K for offline viewing. There’s never a bad time to have a few favor

> read_full
──▶

A new PDF editor is only charging $40 for a lifetime license

Macworld TL;DR: PDF Reader Pro turns your Mac into a full PDF editor with text editing, OCR, forms, and redaction, and a lifetime license is on sale for $40 (reg. $79.99). Editing a PDF on a Mac usually means exporting to another format or

> read_full
──▶

Forget expensive sleepbuds. Buy this pillow instead

Tech companies love to sell us expensive gadgets to solve all of life's little problems. Sleepbuds sold by the likes of Anker and Ozlo are a good example. These miniature marvels of engineering sit flush in the ear, and allow side-sleepers

> read_full
──▶

Certain iPhone owners are one step closer to receiving their share of Apple's $250M settlement

The next step is to submit a claim using the online form expected to be included in the upcoming website.

> read_full
──▶

Huawei making Mate XT 2 tri-fold more durable against iPhone Ultra

Mate XT 2 triple-foldable will debut as a prominent rival against the iPhone Ultra – Apple’s first folding device and Huawei is currently focusing on making its third-generation tri-fold more durable with new technological solutions. A Weib

> read_full
──▶

Samsung prepares to expand One UI 9.0 beta to more Galaxy phones

It’s been over two months since Samsung launched its One UI 9.0 beta program, but that has remained limited to the Galaxy S26 series, with no official confirmation regarding its expansion to other models. Fortunately, that’s going to change

> read_full
──▶

Global Xiaomi 18 Pro spotted for the first time as Mix Fold 5 clears another certification in China

The Xiaomi 18 Pro has surfaced in its global variant for the first time, indicating that Xiaomi is preparing to bring its next premium flagship to international markets. At the same time, the upcoming Xiaomi Mix Fold 5 has moved a step clos

> read_full
──▶

'The government has all but forgotten that most data centres require water to cool their systems': Industry trade board warns UK government over data center thirst for resources

Water UK calls out the government for not taking water seriously enough, despite plans to treble data center capacity by 2030.

> read_full
──▶

Iran-linked group caught hiding surveillance tools in fake apps

Researchers at Recorded Future found evidence that an Iran-linked group is spreading MarkiRAT spyware through fake VPN and media player apps promoted on social media, targeting Farsi speakers worldwide.

> read_full
──▶

Samsung Galaxy Watch9 in for review

If you have the Galaxy Watch8, then this may look familiar. The new Galaxy Watch9 is here, and it looks and feels about the same. It comes in a simple box with a USB-C magnetic charger and a band. You can get the watch in either 40mm or 44m

> read_full
──▶

Leak details Ryzen 7 9800HX3D, AMD's first affordable 3D V-cache laptop CPU

Prominent tipster Golden Pig Upgrade claims that AMD is developing a new Zen 5 laptop CPU equipped with 3D V-cache. The chip's tentative naming suggests it could land in relatively affordable mid-to-high-end gaming laptops.Read Entire Artic

> read_full
──▶

One UI 9 makes major lock screen security change every Galaxy user needs to know

With the One UI 9.0 (Android 17) update, Samsung is making a major change to how many times you're allowed to enter the incorrect PIN, password, or pattern on your Galaxy smartphone, SamMobile has learned. Samsung has substantially reduced

> read_full
──▶

New Huawei Enjoy 90 models display and camera specs leaked

Huawei will launch two more Enjoy 90 models this year, and their specs, including the display and camera details, have leaked. Just like the recently unveiled handsets, the upcoming models are expected to bring medium-sized screen panels an

> read_full
──▶

Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra has two hidden features for serious videographers

Almost every new Galaxy Z Fold phone has offered upgraded camera hardware over its predecessor. Samsung’s newest device in the lineup, the Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra, is no different. It features a new ultra-wide camera compared to its predecess

> read_full
──▶

How Many Outlets Can You Put On A 20 Amp Circuit?

When dealing with electrical components, it's best not to guess, so many outlets can a 20-amp circuit power? Unfortunately, the answer isn't cut-and-dry.

> read_full
──▶

A new 6.6-inch Huawei Mate phone rumored to debut in H1 2027

Mate 90 series will continue to bring four models to the shelf, but it looks like Huawei could add a special 6.6-inch phone to the lineup in the first half of 2027. And this particular handset is expected to be more cost-effective than the

> read_full
──▶

Honor Power3 may have aimed too high with its battery capacity

Honor launched the Power2 in January, and then, in May, we heard that the upcoming Power3 would have a battery capacity of 11,000 to 12,000 mAh, while the exact number wasn't decided yet. Today a new rumor from the same source is back to di

> read_full
──▶

15 Of The Top Lowe's Summer Items You Can Buy

If you're gearing up for summer fun, but finding yourself under-equipped for the activities you're most excited to try, Lowe's may have a product to help.

> read_full
──▶

5 Third-Party Stihl Accessories That Would Come In Handy For Any User

Stihl makes lots of great power tools and landscaping implements, but there's always room for improvement. These accessories could using them even better.

> read_full
──▶

Samsung Galaxy F70 Pro pops up on Geekbench with its key specs

Samsung unveiled the Galaxy F70e in February, and we might see it launch a Pro model in the coming months, as the smartphone was spotted on the GSMA database a few months ago and has now popped up on Geekbench. The benchmark database reveal

> read_full
──▶

'MacBook Ultra' Coming Soon With These 12 New Features

Apple's first high-end MacBook redesign in five years is expected to arrive in the near future, bringing a run of firsts to the Mac. Bloomberg's Mark Gurman expects the laptop to arrive between late 2026 and early 2027, with the later windo

> read_full
──▶

‘Spaceballs: The New One’ Just Had a Joyous, Hilarious Comic-Con Panel

The highly anticipated sequel stars Mel Brooks, Rick Moranis, Bill Pullman, Keke Palmer, Lewis Pullman, and Josh Gad. It's out April 2027.

> read_full
──▶

This is the major compromise with the Galaxy Z Fold 8’s silicon-carbon battery

Galaxy Z Fold 8 finally saw Samsung adopt the new type of battery, but that comes at a stiff price.

> read_full
──▶

I tried out OpenAI’s new AI keypad — which will be fun for some coders and slightly mystifying to everyone else

OpenAI's fancy new AI keypad will be a lot of fun for some, while many others are probably not going to touch it.

> read_full
──▶

50 drones in one swat: Reusable Lockheed Martin's Morfius X-Rotor uses powerful microwave to kill dozens of UAVs at a time

Lockheed Martin introduced the reusable Morfius X-Rotor, claiming it disables over 50 drones while reducing dependence on expensive interceptor missiles.

> read_full
──▶

Samsung considers returning S Pen support to future Galaxy Z Fold models

Samsung is working on a way to bring back the digitizer for Galaxy Z Fold models while keeping the book-style foldable thin.

> read_full
──▶

Yes, Harbor Freight Has UV Flashlights - Here's How Much They Cost

Hunting for hidden stains or pests? Discover the three Harbor Freight UV flashlights you can buy right now, what they cost, and which is best.

> read_full
──▶

SpaceX launches new V3 Starlink satellites but suffers another booster failure

The company ticked off a few more boxes on the second Starship V3 flight, but appears to have had another issue relighting the booster's rocket engines.

> read_full
──▶

Meta has pulled out of a renewable energy initiative as it relies more on natural gas for data centers

The company has comitted to 10 natural gas plants since last year.

> read_full
──▶

Who is the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra really for?

Samsung split its book-style line in two, and the $200 gap decides more than you'd think.

> read_full
──▶

Xiaomi 18 Pro will get a global launch, new rumor claims

Last year the Xiaomi 17 Pro and Xiaomi 17 Pro Max were launched in China and never made it outside of the company’s home country. The situation is changing this year, however, according to a new report. The Xiaomi 18 Pro at least will alleg

> read_full
──▶

NYT Strands hints and answers for Saturday, July 25 (game #874)

Looking for NYT Strands answers and hints? Here's all you need to know to solve today's game, including the spangram.

> read_full
──▶

NYT Connections hints and answers for Saturday, July 25 (game #1140)

Looking for NYT Connections answers and hints? Here's all you need to know to solve today's game, plus my commentary on the puzzles.

> read_full
──▶

Quordle hints and answers for Saturday, July 25 (game #1643)

Looking for Quordle clues? We can help. Plus get the answers to Quordle today and past solutions.

> read_full
──▶

MacBook Neo 2 specs tipped: A19 Pro chip, more RAM

The second-generation MacBook Neo is already in the works, and fresh reports suggest it’ll bring some meaningful improvements while staying true to its affordable roots. According to Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman and other sources, Apple is testi

> read_full
──▶

iOS 27: All the New iCloud Features

iOS 27 includes new iCloud capabilities across several apps like Apple Home, Siri, Photos, and more. There are some direct ‌iCloud‌ improvements like upgrades to photo uploads and sharing, along with some indirect new features. Ho

> read_full
──▶

SpaceX's 13th Starship flight test launches with Starlink's next-gen satellites

Starship was carrying 20 V3 Starlink satellites as payload for its 13th test flight.

> read_full
──▶

Russia converts planes older than Putin to launch drone killers — 80-year-old An-2 set to get FPV interceptors to down Ukrainian UAV

Russia has adapted Yak-52 and An-2 aircraft into airborne FPV interceptor drone platforms, expanding counter-UAV capabilities using long-serving Soviet airframes.

> read_full
──▶

‘Interview With the Vampire’ Bites Back for Season 4

'Interview With the Vampire' will return for a fourth season titled 'Queen of the Damned.'

> read_full
──▶

Trump threatens EU with new tariffs in response to Google fine

The European Commission found Google's search ranking and anti-steering violated the Digital Markets Act.

> read_full
──▶

5 SUVs With The Cheapest Maintenance Costs In 2026

We've taken a look at some of the cheapest-to-maintain SUVs available today based on data from multiple sources and found some rather interesting vehicles.

> read_full
──▶

After backlash, Meta pauses plan to ‘rate limit’ its smart glasses

Remember when Meta was planning to charge a $20 monthly subscription fee for the smart glasses feature that lets people hear each other more clearly - even though that feature runs locally on your glasses and doesn't require the cloud? Meta

> read_full
──▶

Prentis, new AI lab co-founded by Reid Hoffman, Mark Pincus in talks to raise $100M

The neolab is betting that automating routine computer tasks will soon outpace coding as AI's biggest use case.

> read_full
──▶

TechCrunch Disrupt 2026’s new Smart Money Stage explores fintech, payments, AI, and everything between

Money has evolved into far more than the cash in your wallet or your bank account. And at TechCrunch Disrupt 2026, we’re devoting an entire stage to that progression.

> read_full
──▶

This Chair Was Built for Bigger Frames, and Its Early-Bird Deal Ends This Week

The post This Chair Was Built for Bigger Frames, and Its Early-Bird Deal Ends This Week appeared first on Android Headlines.

> read_full
──▶

Qualcomm's chip prices are increasing which means phone prices will too

The post Qualcomm's chip prices are increasing which means phone prices will too appeared first on Android Headlines.

> read_full
──▶

iPhone 18 Pro may end up with significantly cheaper OLED displays than before

Apple is pushing its suppliers in an attempt to cut the iPhone 18 Pro production costs.

> read_full
──▶

Pixelated 109: Unpacking Unpacked

Welcome to Pixelated episode 109. This week, Damien, Abner, and Will dive into everything Samsung announced at this week’s Galaxy Unpacked, the legacy of the original Pixel Fold, and whether flip phones have a future ahead of them. Enjoy th

> read_full
──▶

Remote worker with anxiety wins discrimination case after employer refused to let her turn off her camera

A UK employment tribunal has ruled that forcing a remote worker with anxiety, ADHD, and autism to turn on her camera during a video training session amounted to disability discrimination. Laura Tait, a home-based travel consultant at Holida

> read_full
──▶

You Might Want to Temper Your Excitement for the Pixel Watch 5

Leaks suggest Google's new smartwatches could use the same chip as the Pixel Watch 4, while costing more and looking the same.

> read_full
──▶

Oracle awarded 10-year $7 billion Pentagon deal to supply Department of War with vital software and services

The contract unifies existing Oracle licensing under a single vehicle, and is expected to save $441 million across the 10-year period.

> read_full
──▶

Vietnam is looking to restrict social media for kids; here are the growing number of other countries doing the same

Australia was the first country to issue a ban in late 2025, aiming to reduce the pressures and risks that young users may face on social media, including cyberbullying, social media addiction, and exposure to predators.

> read_full
──▶

Facebook Verified is a new free badge that confirms there's a real person behind an account

Today Meta is launching Facebook Verified. This is a free badge that lets you know there's a real person behind an account. To get the badge, you need to go through a selfie-based verification process. You basically record a selfie video, w

> read_full
──▶

‘President Curtis’ Has Already Been Reelected for Season 2

The 'Rick and Morty' spin-off premieres July 26 and already has a second season in the works.

> read_full
──▶

Rumors of a World of Warcraft x Dungeon & Dungeons crossover planned to be announced next week have supposedly leaked and been quickly removed

Rumors of a crossover between World of Warcraft and Dungeons & Dragons have begun spreading as a supposed leaked announcement of it has been spotted at one of Dungeons & Dragons' partner websites and then quickly taken down.

> read_full
──▶

Paramount agrees to delay Warner Bros. merger into 2027

The extended pause will give time to hear cases for blocking the deal from states and the WGA.

> read_full
──▶

Pebblebee launches bag tags and pet collar IDs to go with your Find Hub trackers

Pebblebee, known for its Android Find Hub / Apple Find My trackers, has just launched some new battery-free ID tags that help you recover lost bags, as well as give your pets a means of identification.

> read_full
──▶

Waymo reportedly mulling a breakup with Uber

The contract between the two companies ends in May 2028, Uber told TechCrunch.

> read_full
──▶

Nubia NaviX Ultra Specs Leak With Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 & 144Hz Display

The post Nubia NaviX Ultra Specs Leak With Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 & 144Hz Display appeared first on Android Headlines.

> read_full
──▶

Google just made the Pixel 11 wait pointless for many buyers

A Google exec says the company can't keep absorbing rising component costs.

> read_full
──▶

Snapdragon chip prices going up by ‘double digits’ to the dismay of Android devices

Qualcomm is hiking prices on its already-expensive Snapdragon chipsets, a move that’s likely to make price hikes on Android devices all the more common.

> read_full
──▶

Gemini Live Could Soon Let Users Attach Files During Conversations

The post Gemini Live Could Soon Let Users Attach Files During Conversations appeared first on Android Headlines.

> read_full
──▶

Court Dismisses Google’s DMCA Lawsuit Against SerpApi as Public Facts Aren't Copyrighted

The post Court Dismisses Google’s DMCA Lawsuit Against SerpApi as Public Facts Aren't Copyrighted appeared first on Android Headlines.

> read_full
──▶

The best wireless Android Auto adapter just got a small price hike

RAMageddon spares no one, as the best wireless Android Auto adapter, AAWireless, has been hit with a price hike in recent days.

> read_full
──▶

South Korean nuclear container ship proposal receives US approval for 15,000 TEU ultra-safe molten salt reactor design

South Korea received preliminary US approval for a 15,000 TEU container ship powered by twin molten salt small modular reactors.

> read_full
──▶

I spent 72 hours with the Galaxy Z Fold 8: here is how the battery held up

My daily routine reveals how long that ultra-thin Galaxy Fold 8 actually lasts.

> read_full
──▶

Volkswagen engineers charged with insider trading tied to Rivian joint venture

The indictment, which was unsealed Friday, alleges the Volkswagen engineers used confidential insider information to buy stock in Rivian.

> read_full
──▶

Samsung Is Reportedly Ramping Up NAND Supply to Feed NVIDIA's AI Storage Needs

The post Samsung Is Reportedly Ramping Up NAND Supply to Feed NVIDIA's AI Storage Needs appeared first on Android Headlines.

> read_full
──▶

Trump Vows to Reverse EU Fines Against Apple and Other Tech Companies, Threatens Tariffs

U.S. President Donald Trump today said on Truth Social that his administration plans to launch an investigation into fines the European Union has levied against tech companies like Apple, Google, and Meta for violating antitrust and Digital

> read_full
──▶

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra in for review

The new Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra landed in our office and it's time to unbox it. The phone ships in a plain box with a (3A) USB-C cable. The Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra ships in Graphite, Cream and Violet Shadow. Samsung.com’s exclusive fourth

> read_full
──▶

An OpenAI Test AI Model Escaped and Hacked Hugging Face: Here's What Happened

The post An OpenAI Test AI Model Escaped and Hacked Hugging Face: Here's What Happened appeared first on Android Headlines.

> read_full
──▶

Meta just created a moderation nightmare for its smart glasses

Meta's smart glasses have been a PR headache for the company. Public backlash has been swift, and fierce; people are concerned about the erosion of privacy and expansion of surveillance. Some especially bad actors are using the glasses to f

> read_full
──▶

Midjourney is buying horoscope app Co-Star, which users will surely be thrilled about

Co-Star CEO Banu Guler is also becoming the company's Chief Design Officer.

> read_full
──▶

Roku raises prices on streaming hardware by up to $50

As with everything else, Roku is now raising prices on its streaming devices by up to $50 per device, a major increase.

> read_full
──▶

Ukraine's heavy bomber drones airdrop ARK-1 mine-laying robots behind Russian lines

Ukraine reportedly uses heavy drones to deploy ARK-1 robots carrying anti-tank mines, showing new combinations of aerial and ground systems.

> read_full
──▶

Prime Video's Blade Runner 2099 now has a trailer and release date of November 25

The eight-episode series stars Michelle Yeoh and Hunter Schafer.

> read_full
──▶

Anthropic Launches Claude Opus 5: Smarter, Faster and Half the Price

The post Anthropic Launches Claude Opus 5: Smarter, Faster and Half the Price appeared first on Android Headlines.

> read_full
──▶

Apple's Upgrade Program has preventative measures for missed payments

The post Apple's Upgrade Program has preventative measures for missed payments appeared first on Android Headlines.

> read_full
──▶

Galaxy A54, A33, A26, A15 get July 2026 security update

With the month about to end, Samsung has increased the pace of rolling out the July 2026 security patch to Galaxy smartphones. To that extent, the brand has released new software updates for the Galaxy A54, Galaxy A33, Galaxy A26, and Galax

> read_full
──▶

Friday’s Android app deals and freebies: Riptide GP, Dawnmaker, Tempest Pirate RPG, more

Alongside pre-order deals on Galaxy Z Fold 8, Fold 8 Ultra, and Flip 8 at up to $1,230 off, a chance to land a FREE $250 set of Galaxy Buds 4 Pro or the new Galaxy Watch Ultra 2 at a giant $300 off, your Friday Android app deals are now up

> read_full
──▶

The voice actors behind Anakin Skywalker and the Clone Troopers in The Clone Wars are returning for Star Wars Zero Company

Bit Reactor has revealed the stacked cast for Star Wars Zero Company, featuring some very familiar, fan-favorite voice actors from The Clone Wars.

> read_full
──▶

Intel just posted its best growth in 15 years – and burned billions to make it happen

Intel reported second-quarter revenue of $16.1 billion, up 25% year over year and well ahead of Wall Street's expectations. Adjusted earnings reached $0.42 per share, almost double analysts' forecasts, while the company expects current-quar

> read_full
──▶

Claude Opus 5 launches with similar performance as Fable 5 for ‘half the price’

Anthropic says its Claude Opus 5 AI model is an improvement that takes less effort to deliver similar results as the nearly-banned Fable 5.

> read_full
──▶

IMAX vs IMAX 70mm: The difference between these two cinema formats

The different IMAX filming and projection formats have a dramatic impact on the theater viewing experience.

> read_full
──▶

Hate the Copilot key in Windows 11? It looks like Microsoft's bringing in the option to remap it to do nothing — if you feel that's more useful

Think nothing is better than Copilot? Microsoft is going to let you prefer the former over the latter in a very literal sense, with the ability to remap the Copilot key to do nothing.

> read_full
──▶

The Galaxy Z Fold 8 series is it: the best foldables money can buy, and my next obsession

With Samsung's new Galaxy Z Fold 8 and Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra, foldable smartphones have peaked.

> read_full
──▶

Galaxy Z Fold 5, Flip 5, Fold 4, Flip 4 get July 2026 security update

The Galaxy Z Fold 5, Galaxy Z Flip 5, Galaxy Z Fold 4, and Galaxy Z Flip 4 units in South Korea are getting new software updates. These updates bring the July 2026 security patch, which fixes 57 security issues present in the previous firmw

> read_full
──▶

Why Cognition bought Poke: AI personality is becoming a competitive advantage

The acquisition brings Poke’s conversational style and interaction model to Cognition’s coding agent Devin, reflecting a growing belief that how AI assistants interact with users is as important as the models powering them.

> read_full
──▶

Google confirms Pixel 11 price increase, reveals ‘dedicated’ effort to make Android more RAM-efficient

Ahead of the Pixel 11 launch, the Made by Google hardware division detailed how it’s impacted by the “severe, supplier-driven RAM memory crisis.” 9to5Google spoke this week with Google’s Vice President of Devices and Services, Shakil Barkat

> read_full
──▶

After OnePlus, Nothing might be next to exit multiple global markets

Last week, OnePlus announced what was rumored for months: its exit from the North American and European markets. Now a new report claims Nothing will follow suit, exiting 12 "or more" global markets. This includes the Middle East, Japan, an

> read_full
──▶

US accuses American of allegedly wiping his phone using a ‘duress’ password during border search

A U.S. citizen has asked a court to throw out the government's claim that he gave over a passcode to border authorities that wiped his phone's data, opening up fresh questions about a person's constitutional rights at the U.S. border.

> read_full
──▶

Google's efforts to reduce scroll jank have improved Chrome a ton

The post Google's efforts to reduce scroll jank have improved Chrome a ton appeared first on Android Headlines.

> read_full
──▶

Anthropic's New Claude Opus 5 Nearly Matches Flagship Fable 5 at Half the Cost

Anthropic today introduced Claude Opus 5, an upgrade to Opus 4.8. Anthropic says Opus 5 was built for daily use, and it offers near Fable 5 performance at half the price. Fable 5 is Anthropic's most capable publicly available model. Opus 5

> read_full
──▶

Nvidia is challenging 20 years of datacenter CPU design with its new Vera chip

Vera is built around the Olympus core, the first custom CPU core Nvidia has ever brought to the datacenter and the first custom core the company has designed anywhere since the Denver and Carmel efforts of the Tegra era nearly a decade ago.

> read_full
──▶

New Life for Old Tech: Google Brings Gemini Live to Original Home Smart Speakers

The post New Life for Old Tech: Google Brings Gemini Live to Original Home Smart Speakers appeared first on Android Headlines.

> read_full
──▶

Nothing calls ‘fake news’ on shutdown report while confirming key changes

Following a report earlier today, Nothing says that it is not exiting markets, but it is making some key changes behind the scenes.

> read_full
──▶

"We've got a few more surprises coming" Microsoft talks what's next for Surface and the people's desire for a Surface Studio monitor in new video

A new Inside Windows Q&A video has been released that dives into the year so far for Surface, what's next, and whether or not we might see some new peripherals soon.

> read_full
──▶

Anduril reportedly in talks to raise funding at $100B valuation, more than 3x last year’s mark

Anduril is said to be raising a new round of funding that may push its valuation up to about $100 billion, per Reuters.

> read_full
──▶

Latest macOS ‘vulnerability’ shows just how hard it is to attack a Mac

Macworld A report by security developers Talal Haj Bakry and Tommy Mysk explains a new bug found in macOS that sounds scary. In a post titled “Silent Replacement of Trusted macOS App Executables,” the researchers describe a security vulnera

> read_full
──▶

Is Google Falling Behind in the AI Race? CEO Sundar Pichai Doesn't Think So

The post Is Google Falling Behind in the AI Race? CEO Sundar Pichai Doesn't Think So appeared first on Android Headlines.

> read_full
──▶

Microsoft steps in after LG monitors were found auto-installing apps with McAfee ads

The controversial advertising partnership between LG and McAfee has apparently come to an end after Microsoft got involved in the matter.Read Entire Article

> read_full
──▶

Build in public, fail in public: what it’s like to be a founder under 20 right now

AI tools have democratized the opportunity to build, shortening the timelines of success and enabling more young people to start successful companies without stepping foot inside a Big Tech company.

> read_full
──▶

Anthropic launches Opus 5

Opus 5 will be both cheaper and less restrictive than Fable, likely making it preferable in most use cases.

> read_full
──▶

India’s move against Jack Dorsey’s Bitchat sparks legal debate

The offline messaging app surged in popularity in India amid protests in New Delhi.

> read_full
──▶

OpenAI’s own model went rogue before Kimi had Wall Street sweating

Chinese AI lab Moonshot’s open model Kimi went viral this week for reasons that had less to do with the model itself and more to do with how the U.S. AI industry reacted to it. Meanwhile, an unreleased OpenAI model wandered outside its test

> read_full
──▶

Age of Empires 3: DE's latest expansion is back from the dead — Here's what you can expect from the revived content

Age of Empires 3: Definitive Edition is set to receive a new expansion with new civs, maps, and more. Ahead of the September launch, you can try out the new content as part of an open beta test. Here's everything you need to know.

> read_full
──▶

More details about the Samsung Galaxy S27, S27+, S27 Pro, and S27 Ultra leak

Yesterday a rumor told us that Samsung is testing a new main camera sensor for the upcoming Galaxy S27 and Galaxy S27+, and it also reiterated the fact that the Galaxy S27 Pro and Galaxy S27 Ultra will have a 50MP ultrawide camera. Today a

> read_full
──▶

After OnePlus, Nothing Reportedly Looks to Exit Several Key Markets

The post After OnePlus, Nothing Reportedly Looks to Exit Several Key Markets appeared first on Android Headlines.

> read_full
──▶

What was the first consumer device powered by a Li-ion battery?

Lithium-ion batteries changed tech forever, but the first consumer device to use one may surprise you.Read Entire Article

> read_full
──▶

Nanoleaf drops LED lights and kit prices during sitewide sale, limited availability

Almost everything on Nanoleaf’s website has been discounted during “Nanoleaf Day,” and some of the best deals on LED lights will be capped at the first 50 purchases each day.

> read_full
──▶

The MacRumors Show: Can OpenAI Really Beat the iPhone?

This week's episode of The MacRumors Show covers OpenAI's move into hardware and the trade secret lawsuit Apple filed against the company earlier this month. Subscribe to The MacRumors Show YouTube channel for more videos Apple sued OpenAI

> read_full
──▶

Google's Gemini Spark Is Now Up to 90% Cheaper: Expands to AI Pro Tier

The post Google's Gemini Spark Is Now Up to 90% Cheaper: Expands to AI Pro Tier appeared first on Android Headlines.

> read_full
──▶

Sam Altman’s biometric startup World raises $52.5M via crypto sale

Sam Altman's side project — which seeks to scan the world's eyeballs and turn them into unique digital identifiers — has raised some fresh cash through a crypto sale.

> read_full
──▶

Best iPhone to buy in 2026: Which Apple iPhone is right for you?

Macworld How to choose your iPhone in 2026 Before you jump into the specific iPhone models, think about what matters most to you: battery life for all-day use, camera quality for photos and video, screen size for media or gaming, and how mu

> read_full
──▶

Microsoft finally lets you fix the worst key on your keyboard

Windows 11 now includes a native setting to remap the dedicated Copilot key to the Right Ctrl or Context menu key.

> read_full
──▶

Meta Unveils New AI-Powered 'Seller' App for Facebook Marketplace

The post Meta Unveils New AI-Powered 'Seller' App for Facebook Marketplace appeared first on Android Headlines.

> read_full
──▶

macOS 27 Beta Reworks Mail's Compose Window Around Siri AI

For macOS 27 Golden Gate, coming this fall, Apple appears to be testing a new formatting bar for the Mail app's compose window that promotes Apple Intelligence's Writing Tools and Siri AI, based on findings in the latest beta. Feature flags

> read_full
──▶

Apple TV this week: ‘The Dink’ is now playing

Macworld What’s new on Apple TV? What are the best shows and movies? How do you sign up and what does it cost? This article will answer all of that, and you’ll also get a list of all the currently-available Apple TV content. There’s also a

> read_full
──▶

As US weighs response to Chinese AI, industry urges against broad open-weight restrictions

AI companies, including Nvidia and Mistral, urge policymakers to avoid broad restrictions on open-weight AI models as Washington debates responses to Chinese AI and alleged model distillation.

> read_full
──▶

Deals: Black Friday in July – Galaxy Z Fold 8/Ultra $1,230 off, Chromebooks, Anker gear from $8, Pixel 10 Pro $300 off, more

Today’s 9to5Toys Lunch Break is headlined by best Black Friday in July deals, the giant discounts still available on the new Galaxy Z Fold 8, and next-gen Galaxy Watch deals. The Obsidian Pixel 10 Pro at $300 off, Acer’s 14-inch touchscreen

> read_full
──▶

Galaxy S27 series leaks with iPhone-like lineup, new cameras, silicon-carbon batteries

While the Galaxy Z Fold 8 series has just debuted, there are some rumblings of Samsung’s next non-folding flagships, with the Galaxy S27 series reportedly changing up the lineup and bringing camera upgrades too.

> read_full
──▶

Finally: Google Might Soon Let You Remove Watermarks from Gemini’s AI-Generated Images

The post Finally: Google Might Soon Let You Remove Watermarks from Gemini’s AI-Generated Images appeared first on Android Headlines.

> read_full
──▶

Android Auto is still the best in-car entertainment experience despite its foibles

I’ve been lucky enough to have a car that has Android Automotive for the better part of five years, and in that time, it made me realize just how much better Android Auto is for most people despite its problems, bugs, and foibles.

> read_full
──▶

Nvidia's Jensen Huang joins X, defends Chinese AI: "Open-source models that are excellent should be used"

Update (July 24): Jensen Huang has taken his open-model campaign to X, creating an account and using his first post to share an industry letter signed by Nvidia and two dozen other technology companies, including Microsoft, Meta, Mozilla, H

> read_full
──▶

EU listings confirm shorter battery lifespan for new Galaxy foldables

With the Z Fold8, Z Fold8 Ultra and Z Flip, Samsung turned a new chapter in its smartphone hardware history by incorporating silicon-carbon batteries for the very first time. The Fold8 Ultra in particular got a 600mAh boost over the Fold7 t

> read_full
──▶

Rivian sues the US government for ‘full refund’ of Trump tariffs

The automaker joins a long line of companies seeking such refunds. In April, Rivian CFO Claire McDonough said she expected the company stood to reap a refund in the "tens of millions of dollars."

> read_full
──▶

Signal Ring Promises Blood Pressure Readings Without a Cuff or Calibration

The post Signal Ring Promises Blood Pressure Readings Without a Cuff or Calibration appeared first on Android Headlines.

> read_full
──▶

Verizon thinks it had a good Q2

Is Verizon growing, or just cutting expenses?

> read_full
──▶

Siri Settlement Approved: Apple to Pay Owners of Some iPhone Models

In May, Apple agreed to pay $250 million to settle a U.S. class action lawsuit over Siri AI's delayed launch, and eligible iPhone users could receive up to a $95 payout. Apple's settlement has now received preliminary approval from a judge,

> read_full
──▶

Lawsuit Filed After Apple's A12 and A13 Chips Hit With New Unpatchable Exploit

Last month, cybersecurity research firm Paradigm Shift published details about a boot ROM vulnerability affecting Apple's A12 and A13 chips, but it has since removed the blog post after being sued by digital forensics firm Magnet Forensics.

> read_full
──▶

Can the Galaxy Z Fold 8 camera keep up? Here are my real-world results

With no telephoto lens and a smaller main sensor, Samsung trades camera supremacy for sleekness.

> read_full
──▶

Bombshell report claims Nothing could exit 12 markets within weeks amid global struggles

The brand is doing great in India, though.

> read_full
──▶

OpenAI's rogue hacking incident sparks bipartisan bill giving the government an AI kill switch

Sponsored by Reps. Ted Lieu (D-Calif.) and Nathaniel Moran (R-Texas), the bipartisan "AI Kill Switch Act" would also require AI companies to report incidents and develop the technical ability to shut down, limit, or suspend their most power

> read_full
──▶

Nothing will reportedly stop selling in many global markets as latest phones struggle [U]

Nothing is apparently set to stop selling phones in a swath of global markets due to declining sales, while its new Nothing Phone (4a) and Phone (4b) releases are struggling to find success.

> read_full
──▶

"Apple made me do it": the Galaxy S28 Ultra is reaching out for the 7-inch display, too

How big is too big?

> read_full
──▶

Google has a huge Pixel 11 series problem, and it's probably too late for it to be fixed

The results of a recent PhoneArena poll regarding the rumored Pixel 11, 11 Pro, 11 Pro XL, and 11 Pro Fold prices are... certainly not very encouraging for Google.

> read_full
──▶

Can’t wait till September? Check out the new iPhone 18 Pro colors right now

Macworld It’s iPhone leaks season again. In just a couple of months, Apple is expected to unveil three new phones: the iPhone 18 Pro and 18 Pro Max, and a new foldable iPhone now rumored to be called the iPhone Ultra. But as always, one of

> read_full
──▶

Samsung’s new silicon-carbon batteries in Galaxy Z Fold 8 won’t last as long

Samsung is finally switching over to silicon-carbon batteries in the Galaxy Z Fold 8 series but, apparently, their lifespan is reduced by quite a bit.

> read_full
──▶

Ultrahuman overhauls its app with at-a-glance status updates and suggestions

Ultrahuman has been expanding its ecosystem of health tracking tech with the recent launch of the Ultrahuman Ring Pro and the Ultrahuman Photon (a red light therapy device). To make the experience even better, the stat tracking more accurat

> read_full
──▶

Best Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra upgrades that make a real difference

Samsung has launched its new flagship smartphone with a book-style foldable display, the Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra. While the device brings many improvements over its predecessor, the Galaxy Z Fold 7, these are the features, or rather upgrades,

> read_full
──▶

Meta Launches Free 'Facebook Verified' Badge to Confirm Real Users

Meta today announced Facebook Verified, a free badge designed to confirm that a Facebook profile belongs to a real person rather than an AI-generated fake. The feature uses a selfie-based verification process: users record a short video sel

> read_full
──▶

Miss an iPhone payment? iOS 27 could lock you out of your apps

There's only a short allowlist of apps that could remain unaffected.

> read_full
──▶

Microsoft is testing free Xbox cloud gaming with ads, no subscription required

For a limited time, Xbox Insiders can now access games they own over the cloud on Xbox consoles, PCs, and mobile devices without subscribing to Game Pass. Microsoft promises that the ads will be unobtrusive.Read Entire Article

> read_full
──▶

Fire Reported Near Apple Park

According to the Santa Clara County Fire Department, firefighters responded at approximately 5:30 p.m. local time on Thursday to a report of an outdoor fire at an Apple-leased building adjacent to Apple Park in Cupertino, California. The fi

> read_full
──▶

Save $100 on the Apple Watch Series 11 in near-all-time-low deal

Macworld Apple Watch Series 11 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 = this.cl

> read_full
──▶

Atari signs deal to turn Pong, Centipede, and Asteroids into movies

Atari's retro games aren't the first that come to mind when you think of titles that would be great on the big screen. The full list consists of Asteroids, Adventure, Berzerk, Breakout, Centipede, Crystal Castles, Millipede, Missile Command

> read_full
──▶

The biggest indie "friendslop" game of 2026 appears to be delivering malware via Steam Workshop — How to protect your PC (and what to do next)

The Steam Workshop is one of the PC gaming platform's biggest assets, but it's increasingly becoming a place where bad actors can spread malware to unsuspecting victims. The latest allegations involve indie smash-hit Meccha Chameleon. Here'

> read_full
──▶

Tau Law is only path to Huawei’s chip breakthrough: Founder

Huawei’s Founder and CEO – Ren Zhengfei has recently mentioned that the Tau Scaling Law is the only path to the company’s breakthrough in the mobile chip field. What’s even more interesting is that the senior executive has uniquely stated t

> read_full
──▶

WhatsApp update brings account creation on the iPad

WhatsApp is rolling out four new features for its users, with an especially big update for iPad users. Now, you can create a WhatsApp account directly on an iPad without having to first have it linked to a phone. You can register directly o

> read_full
──▶

Claude Voice Mode Gains Opus and Sonnet Model Support

Anthropic has updated Claude's voice mode to support its more powerful Opus and Sonnet models, expanding a feature that was previously limited to the company's fastest-but-simplest model, Haiku. Voice mode lets users hold full spoken conver

> read_full
──▶

Google now lets you sign into your account using a selfie video

Google account holders can now check their eligibility to test a new sign-in method that compares a selfie video with an encrypted version stored on the company's servers. Google aims to provide a last resort when users cannot remember pass

> read_full
──▶

Honor's MagicOS 11 early access program is now open for Magic V6

Honor has opened the MagicOS 11 early access program for the Magic V6 in China, which was launched in March with Android 16-based MagicOS 10. If you are interested in trying the MagicOS 11 on your Magic V6, you can sign up for the early acc

> read_full
──▶

WhatsApp Rolls Out Redesigned Message Bubbles for iOS

WhatsApp is rolling out a new design for message bubbles on iOS, reports WaBetaInfo. The platform's message bubbles are rounder than before with a softer shape – similar to iMessage – while shared media files appear without the original bor

> read_full
──▶

Samsung’s partnership with Qualcomm is now stronger than ever

Samsung's recent Galaxy Unpacked event underscored how close the company is to Qualcomm. Despite reports claiming that Samsung wants to use in-house Exynos chips in more Galaxy devices across its ecosystem, the company has used Qualcomm's S

> read_full
──▶

First-responder drones are spreading rapidly across the US, and privacy groups are worried

The EFF writes that as of February 2026, over 1,000 public safety agencies, including police, fire, and other emergency management agencies, had received the FAA waivers needed to automate drone operations and launch a DFR program.Read Enti

> read_full
──▶

Microsoft intervenes after LG gets caught installing McAfee adware onto Windows 11 PCs via their monitors

A popup window from LG that began appearing on PCs with LG monitors connected was showing ads for McAfee, and nobody, not even Microsoft, was impressed.

> read_full
──▶

Diablo 2's addictive secret might have just been cracked by Path of Exile's co-creator — it's a truly fascinating analysis of ARPG mechanics

Diablo 2 is one of the most addictive games around more than 26 years after it launched, but what exactly makes me want to come back again and again? We might now have the answer courtesy of ARPG sage and co-creator of Path of Exile, Chris

> read_full
──▶

Summer is usually the worst time to buy a new iPhone. Not this year

Macworld Every summer, many tech enthusiasts dissuade their friends from buying a new iPhone for two main reasons: price and hardware upgrades. Despite new iPhones introducing more advanced technology, they typically maintain the same price

> read_full
──▶

Apple Seeking 20% OLED Panel Price Cut for iPhone 18 Pro Max

Apple is pushing OLED panel suppliers to lower their prices for the iPhone 18 Pro Max, as the cost of memory chips and other components rises, reports The Elec. According to the Korea-based report, Apple has proposed paying around $70 for O

> read_full
──▶

Apple plays hardball with suppliers as it battles to keep down price of 2026 iPhones

Macworld In the early days of the RAM shortage, Apple and its customers were largely unaffected, thanks to the company’s market clout and ability to leverage favorable deals with suppliers. This couldn’t last forever, unfortunately, and eve

> read_full
──▶

Geekbench 7 arrives with updated workflows, redesigned multi-core tests

Primate Labs has officially released its latest cross-platform benchmarking app – Geekbench 7. The new version brings updated workload tests alongside redesigned benchmarking across the multi-core CPU and GPU departments. On the CPU side, G

> read_full
──▶

The AMD Radeon Settings You Should Actually Be Using

AMD Software is packed with gaming features, but not all are worth using. Here are the Radeon settings we recommend for better image quality, smoother gameplay, and cleaner recordings.Read Entire Article

> read_full
──▶

Total War: Warhammer 40,000's first, unedited gameplay deep dive into its ranged combat has firmly convinced me to put this Xbox title on my wishlist

The developers on Total War: Warhammer 40,000 recently unveiled a livestream deep dive into its combat system, in particular showcasing mechanics, special abilities, and tactics focused on ranged combat.

> read_full
──▶

Xiaomi launches Mijia Wireless Floor Cleaner 5C with 18,000Pa suction, 60°C hot-air drying, 45-min runtime

Meet the Mijia Wireless Floor Cleaner 5C, the latest in Xiaomi’s popular budget-friendly vacuum cleaner lineup. Officially priced at 999 yuan (~$150), it’s already dropping to 899 yuan with regular subsidies. Not bad for a feature-packed cl

> read_full
──▶

Steam just MASSIVELY improved gifting, and I hope Xbox copies it

Steam has announced new changes to its gifting system so that it's easier to buy and send games to friends and family. Here's how the new system works.

> read_full
──▶

Best laptop power banks for Apple MacBook 2026

Macworld Many of us are quite used to carrying around a handy power bank to top up our iPhone batteries during a long day away from a power socket, but these pocketable battery packs are usually not powerful enough to keep an unplugged and

> read_full
──▶

iQOO Z11 Lite debuts with 6,500mAh battery and Dimensity 6300 SoC

iQOO has officially launched the Z11 Lite in India after revealing nearly every aspect of the smartphone ahead of its debut, leaving only the pricing under wraps. The iQOO Z11 Lite is powered by the MediaTek Dimensity 6300 chipset, paired w

> read_full
──▶

Lava Virat V1 and Virat V1 5G arrive with sub-Rs.15,000 ($155) price tags

Lava announced its partnership with Flipkart earlier this month for its new Virat smartphone series, built for the youth and online-first buyers. And as promised, the Indian handset maker today launched the Virat V1 and Virat V1 5G as the f

> read_full
──▶

Your Mac has secrets—and MacMagic helps you reveal them for just $29.99

Macworld TL;DR: Get MacMagic Lifetime Upgrades for just $29.99 (reg. $99.99) and add dozens of useful macOS tools—from cache cleaning and PDF editing to file management and hidden system utilities. Macs are known for being intuitive, but th

> read_full
──▶

The travel hack frequent flyers should know— $150 in aloSIM mobile data credit for just $69.99

Macworld TL;DR: Pay $69.99 and receive $150 in aloSIM travel data credit and use your credit on data packages in 200+ countries. If international travel is on your calendar, your phone bill doesn’t have to come along for the ride. For just

> read_full
──▶

Qualcomm Is Making a Cheaper Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 — and It Targets $400–$500 Phones

The Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 (SM8850) already has three variants. A fourth is coming — and this one is specifically engineered to cut costs without tanking performance. According to tipster Digital Chat Station, the new SM8850-1-AB variant

> read_full
──▶

58 Xiaomi, Redmi, and Poco Devices Just Got the July 2026 Security Patch

Xiaomi started rolling out the July 2026 security patch recently. Within days, 58 devices across the Xiaomi, Redmi, and Poco families have already received it. The update is live in Global, EEA, India, Turkey, Taiwan, Indonesia, Russia, and

> read_full
──▶

Realme UI Is Over — Here Are the Phones Getting ColorOS 17

Realme confirmed last week that Realme UI is being retired. ColorOS 17 replaces it — on new devices and, eventually, existing ones. The company hasn't published an official eligibility list yet, but based on Realme's existing software updat

> read_full
──▶

Realme phones to receive ColorOS 17 update: Here’s the complete list

Realme has officially confirmed that it’s phasing out Realme UI and will switch entirely to Oppo’s ColorOS. That means upcoming Realme devices will instead come with ColorOS skin, but this change will also impact existing Realme devices. Th

> read_full
──▶

Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 reportedly getting a more affordable version later this year

According to the reliable leaker Digital Chat Station, Qualcomm is working on a more affordable variant of the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 chip. This would let phone makers put near-top-tier performance into devices that don’t cost quite as mu

> read_full
──▶

These Xiaomi devices have received the July 2026 security update

Xiaomi began rolling out the July 2026 security patch only recently, and within a few days, the update has already reached dozens of smartphones. The update is available in multiple regions, including Global, EEA, India, Türkiye, Taiwan, In

> read_full
──▶

Pixel Watch 5’s Google Play Console listing confirms 3GB RAM, Qualcomm SW5100 chipset

Fresh info from a Google Play Console listing gives us our first solid look at what’s under the hood. While it keeps a lot of the same foundation as the last few models, there’s one meaningful upgrade that could make a real difference in da

> read_full
──▶

Best gaming earbuds (July 2026)

If you’re serious about mobile gaming, the right pair of earbuds can make all the difference. From hearing enemy footsteps in BGMI to reacting quicker in Call of Duty: Mobile, good gaming earbuds give you more than just loud sound. Low late

> read_full
──▶

Japanese customer orders one CPU on Amazon, receives five instead

Ever had that wild dream of opening an Amazon package and finding way more than you paid for? Well, it actually happened to a customer in Japan recently, but with a wholesome twist. The customer ordered just one Intel Core i5-14400 processo

> read_full
──▶

Apple AirPods Turned Into a Frisbee Tracker Using Built-In Sensors

Apple's AirPods are designed for listening to music and making calls, but one developer has found a completely different use for them. Developer Sharhan has successfully modified a pair of AirPods into a device capable of tracking frisbee t

> read_full
──▶

Xbox 360 Games Could Be Closer to PC Thanks to Microsoft's Compatibility Layer

Microsoft may have taken another step toward bringing more Xbox 360 games to PC. Recent discoveries show that four original Xbox games released for PC are using the XEO3 compatibility layer, the same technology connected to Xbox 360 compati

> read_full
──▶

Philips launches affordable 425Hz gaming monitor with 27-inch 2K panel

Philips has introduced a new 27-inch gaming monitor in China, the 27M2N5500X, which combines a 1440p resolution with a 425Hz refresh rate. The monitor is currently listed on JD.com with a retail price of 1,899 yuan, which converts to approx

> read_full
──▶

This $299 flip phone is the anti-smartphone, promises to save you from doomscrolling hell

The Light Flip features a 2.8-inch non-touch OLED display, 6GB of RAM, 128GB of storage, a 50MP rear camera, and a replaceable 1,800mAh battery. It sports an old-school T9 keypad, which used to be standard on candybar feature phones from No

> read_full
──▶

Geekbench 7 debuts with a smarter multi-core benchmark and CUDA support

Geekbench 7 overhauls the benchmarking suite with a redesigned multi-core benchmark built around real-world application behavior, refreshed CPU and GPU workloads (AV1 encoding, ML upscaling, path tracing, etc), CUDA support for Nvidia GPUs,

> read_full
──▶

Tails 7.10 improves shutdown reliability, upgrades Tor Browser

Tails has introduced a safer shutdown process to help prevent data loss. It's also replacing GNOME Videos with the more secure Celluloid media player, updating Tor Browser, and refreshing firmware packages for improved graphics and Wi-Fi ha

> read_full
──▶

Citizen launches limited-edition Tsuyosa Shore watch with vintage diver styling & automatic movement

Citizen is adding a new limited-edition model to its Tsuyosa line of integrated-bracelet watches: the Tsuyosa Shore Timeslip (NJ0238-57E). It is scheduled to launch in the US in August 2026 for $462.5. In the UK, however, the watch has alre

> read_full
──▶

10 iOS 27 Performance Improvements You'll Actually Notice

With iOS 27, Apple focused on making improvements to iOS performance, optimizing everything from system animations to AirDrop transfer speeds. iPhone performance is smoother and faster on all iPhones able to run ‌iOS 27‌, which in

> read_full
──▶

Gemini Spark rolling out to Google AI Pro users in the US

After launching in May with AI Ultra, Gemini Spark is now rolling out to Google AI Pro subscribers in the US. It will “soon” be available to AI Pro members in other countries.

> read_full
──▶

EU fines Google $1 billion for ‘preferential treatment’ in Search, Play Store

Google is looking at two fines from the European Union, which claims the company violated the Digital Markets Act with both Search and the Google Play Store.

> read_full
──▶

iPhone Driver's Licenses May Soon Expand to New State

Driver's licenses and IDs may soon be available in Apple Wallet for iPhone and Apple Watch users who live in Utah. MacRumors discovered signs of a Utah ID in Apple's backend, suggesting Apple is moving forward on implementing support. Utah

> read_full
──▶

Samsung made the Galaxy Z Fold 8 a worse deal for those who actually want to switch

Samsung’s new Galaxy Z Fold 8 series is here and, obviously, the company wants you to switch to its new foldable. And yet, Samsung is putting money in all the wrong places to accomplish that goal.

> read_full
──▶

Geekbench 7 is out now with new, modern workloads and better multi-core tests

Macworld It’s not easy to make a quick, reliable benchmark that works across architectures and operating systems. There’s a reason Geekbench has been sort of the gold standard for comparing overall CPU performance over the years, and to a l

> read_full
──▶

Steam Deck price hike has completely destroyed sales, new data suggests

A recent report by Boiling Steam might confirm what most enthusiasts have always suspected: an overpriced Steam Deck is never going to sell well. In fact, Valve's handheld machine might have already suffered a disastrous drop in sales. Desp

> read_full
──▶

Xbox Live Services are currently down — could this be why players can't access Halo: Campaign Evolved's early access? [UPDATE]

Just as Halo: Campaign Evolved has launched in early access, Xbox Live services shut down at literally the worst time possible, but Microsoft is aware of the outage and is working on fixing it.

> read_full
──▶

Ford steers away from Google, picks Apple Maps for new electric cars

Macworld If you don’t follow the automotive industry very closely, you might not be aware that Ford is embarking (again) on a big new electric vehicle program. The Universal Electric Vehicle Platform is meant to be a highly streamlined and

> read_full
──▶

ChatGPT's Apple Health Integration Now Rolling Out to U.S. Users

The Health in ChatGPT feature that integrates medical records and Apple Health data is rolling out to ChatGPT users in the United States as of today. OpenAI announced plans for a health feature that used data from Apple Health and other sou

> read_full
──▶

Emergency SOS via Satellite Expands to Two More Countries

Emergency SOS via satellite is now available in Andorra and Iceland, according to an updated Apple support document. Available on the iPhone 14 and newer and the Apple Watch Ultra 3, Emergency SOS via satellite allows you to text emergency

> read_full
──▶

People paid big money for Halo: Campaign Evolved's early access on Xbox and they aren't getting it

Halo: Campaign Evolved has launched in early access for people who purchased the Premium Edition or Premium Edition Upgrade, but unfortunately, there have been many reports of people unable to access it.

> read_full
──▶

Save $400 on this monster M5 Pro MacBook Pro with 64GB RAM right now

Macworld Apple MacBook Pro M5 Pro 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 = this

> read_full
──▶

boAt launches Nirvana Eutopia 2 ANC headphones with LDAC, 45dB adaptive ANC & 80h battery life

Indian audio brand boAt has added a new set of over-ear headphones to its Nirvana lineup. The Nirvana Eutopia 2 ANC is priced at Rs. 4,999 ($52) and offers high-resolution audio support and adaptive noise cancellation in the sub-5,000-rupee

> read_full
──▶

Live Updates From San Diego Comic-Con 2026 

Join io9 as we bring you news and updates from the biggest pop culture convention of the year.

> read_full
──▶

Xbox's plan to bring Xbox Cloud Gaming to the mass market — Free tier revealed, powered by ads, with access to all games you own

Here are the details of Xbox's initial ad-powered Xbox Cloud Gaming service, set to go live soon in an early testing phase.

> read_full
──▶

Xbox is FINALLY boosting download speeds on console and PC — I tested it, and I'm finally consistently getting the speed I pay for

One thing that has bugged Xbox fans for years at this point is finally getting fixed, as Microsoft improves download logic across its gaming network.

> read_full
──▶

Top Apple Watch discounts & deals – Big savings on all models

Macworld Best Apple Watch deals: Updated July, 2026 These recommendations are based on the best prices for Apple Watches we are seeing right now at top resellers in the U.S. and U.K. Today’s best Apple Watch deals: U.S. $100 off Apple Watch

> read_full
──▶

Nubia NaviX Ultra Tipped with Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 Chip and Triple 50MP Cameras

When Nubia first teased the NaviX Ultra, most of the focus was on its smart AI assistant. The company talked a lot about software, but stayed quiet about the hardware underneath. Now, a fresh set of leaks has revealed the full spec sheet. I

> read_full
──▶

Mophie Roam 3-in-1 Travel Charger review: 25W Qi2.2 folding travel charger

Macworld At a glanceExpert's Rating Pros iPhone/AirPods/ Watch charge simultaneously. Compact when folded 25W iPhone charging StealthCharge wireless charging tech Smart travel case International plug adapters Cons Smaller rivals Our Verdict

> read_full
──▶

WhatsApp for iPad no longer requires an iPhone for setup

Macworld For an astonishing 15 years, there was no official iPad app for WhatsApp: tablet owners had to make do with one of several workarounds, such as running WhatsApp for the web in a browser. But last year Meta finally got round to rele

> read_full
──▶

Apple hasn’t given up on the iMac Ultra and neither have I

Macworld A couple of months ago, I wrote about how I’ve been pining for an iMac Ultra as a rebirth of the iMac Pro. But since then, I haven’t given it much thought. The most recent report came at the end of last year, and it was about a Mac

> read_full
──▶

OneOdio Fusion A70 GEN 2 review: LDAC Meets 72-Hour Battery

Having reviewed the original OneOdio Fusion A70 headphones a couple of years ago, we were genuinely curious to see how the brand would upgrade them. The first generation delivered unmatched battery life and handy dual-jack connectivity for

> read_full
──▶

Poco F9 Ultra, F9 Pro, and Vivo X500 Are All Heading to Global Markets

Three phones, three certification systems, one busy day. The Poco F9 Pro and Poco F9 Ultra both surfaced in the GSMA IMEI database and cleared Singapore's IMDA and Indonesia's SDPPI and TKDN platforms on July 23. The Vivo X500 joined them i

> read_full
──▶

iQOO 15 Ultra Is Finally Heading Global

The iQOO 15 Ultra arrived in China in February with one of the most distinctive hardware setups in the gaming phone segment: an active cooling fan, pressure-sensitive shoulder triggers, and a 7,400mAh battery. Five months later, it's finall

> read_full
──▶

The Steam Deck couldn't give me this.

People keep calling the AYN Thor their “endgame” handheld, and after spending way too much time setting mine up, I think understand why?

> read_full
──▶

Lilbits: Samsung’s wider-screen foldable, AYANEO’s $3000 handheld, and Pebble Watch faces on smartphone’s second screen

Samsung has expanded its smartphone lineup with three new Galaxy Z foldables, including one model with a wider-than-usual display. After suspending orders for a high-priced handheld gaming PC earlier this year due to unsustainable pricing (

> read_full
──▶

Svbony SVGo M3 Review: A Tiny Action Camera That Gets the Basics Right

Have you ever heard of the brand Svbony? Probably not. There is a very simple reason for that. You are likely not into astronomy. You probably do not spend your weekends tracking rare birds through a spotting scope. In those specific groups

> read_full
──▶

Three Xiaomi Devices Just Cleared Certification — Including a Surprise New Foldable

Three significant Xiaomi certifications landed in a single day. Thailand's NBTC authority cleared global variants of the Redmi Note 17 and a brand-new model: the Redmi Note 17 Pro Max — a device that didn't exist in the China lineup and has

> read_full
──▶

Realme GT 9 and Neo 9 Are Not Coming This Year — and China Is Being Abandoned

The BBK Electronics restructuring is moving faster than expected. One week after OnePlus announced it was exiting Europe and North America, Realme is now delivering its own bombshell: production of all Realme smartphones for the Chinese mar

> read_full
──▶

Steam Deck Sales Reportedly Drop 82% After Valve Price Increase

Valve's recent Steam Deck price increase may be having a much bigger impact than expected. According to an analysis published by Boiling Steam, weekly sales of the popular handheld gaming PC have dropped dramatically since the new pricing t

> read_full
──▶

MEGA65 in 2026: The Ultimate Commodore Machine?

The MEGA65 began as a modern recreation of Commodore’s unreleased C65, but in 2026 it is becoming something much bigger.

> read_full
──▶

Xteink X4 Pro now available for $99 (Pocket-sized eReader with a 4.3 inch touchscreen, frontlit display)

The Xteink X4 Pro is a pocket-sized eBook reader with a 4.3 inch E Ink display that makes it much smaller than most Kindle, Kobo, or other devices. In fact, it’s so small that Xteink markets it as a device that you can snap magnetically to

> read_full
──▶

Light Flip is a flip phone with minimalist design and features (plus a keypad and T9 predictive text)

The Light Flip is an upcoming cellphone that looks like an artifact from an alternate timeline where smartphones never took off. It has a class flip-phone design with a small screen on top and a number pad on bottom. And there’s a notificat

> read_full
──▶

OxygenOS Is Dead — Here's Every OnePlus Device Getting ColorOS 17

OnePlus shut down operations in most global markets last week. The software story that follows is now official: OxygenOS is being retired entirely, and ColorOS 17 will replace it on every eligible OnePlus device. The company posted the news

> read_full
──▶

Galaxy Watch 9 and Watch Ultra 2 Are Confirmed — Here's Everything Evan Blass Just Leaked

Two days before Samsung's Galaxy Unpacked in London, the full picture on both new Galaxy watches arrived courtesy of leaker Evan Blass. Official-looking promo images, confirmed specs, colors — the July 22 event is now a formality rather tha

> read_full
──▶

Gaming on The Subway Menu Computers

yeah we gaming on the sandwich gaming machines

> read_full
──▶

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

> read_full
──▶

Lilbits: Goodbye OnePlus, Hello Xteink X4 Pro and a Game Boy Advance lookalike from AYANEO

A year and a half after launch, the MeLE QuieterDL fanless mini PC is getting a modest processor spec bump… and a big price increase. More than a decade after entering the global smartphone market, OnePlus is pulling back. And at a time whe

> read_full
──▶

REDMAGIC Astra 2 is a $699 gaming tablet with a 185 Hz OLED display and liquid cooling

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

> read_full
──▶

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

> read_full
──▶

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

> read_full
──▶

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.

> read_full
──▶

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.

> read_full
──▶

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.

> read_full
──▶

2006 Cyberdeck Running Modern Linux

Running Debian 12 on a 2006 Sony VAIO UX.

> read_full
──▶

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

> read_full
──▶

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

> read_full
──▶

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

> read_full
──▶

REAL 3D Minecraft on the GameBoy!

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

> read_full
──▶

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

> read_full
──▶

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

> read_full
──▶

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!

> read_full
──▶

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

> read_full
──▶

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.

> read_full
──▶

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

> read_full
──▶

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.

> read_full
──▶

Memory is too expensive so I made my own

I may have gone a bit overboard... well... 64 bits overboard actually.

> read_full
──▶

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

> read_full
──▶

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

> read_full
──▶

MacBook Neo vs. Air vs. Pro (Lab Tested)

PhoneBuff on YouTube

> read_full
──▶

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

> read_full
──▶

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

> read_full
──▶

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

> read_full
──▶