For some time now, “artificial intelligence” and “AI” have been the buzzwords in the tech industry. OpenAI is the company that started this great revolution, positioning itself as the name everyone thinks of when talking about AI thanks to its ChatGPT platform. But what if it’s not all as rosy as it seems? What if…

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Remember when ChatGPT launched and everyone predicted Google’s search empire would crumble? Yeah, about that. Here’s the reality check nobody saw coming. A massive new report from Datos, a Semrush company, just analyzed billions of desktop searches from millions of users across the US and Europe. The data reveals an unexpected AI search evolution: Google…

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AI is everywhere these days, with Google looking for more ways to bring it into our lives. The tech giant is reportedly putting it to work by bringing AI-generated app review summaries to the Google Play Store. We’ve seen this AI feature on many Android phones in the form of AI Summaries, where it cuts…

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Amazon debuted its next generation of Echo devices a little over a month ago. Dubbed the Echo Dot Max, Echo Studio, Echo Show 8, and Echo Show 11, the company has designed the new speakers specifically for Alexa+, which is the firm’s more conversational AI assistant. Two of these devices, the Amazon Echo Dot Max…

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Samsung Health is making it easier for people to have a visit with their doctor using a new virtual appointment feature, the company has announced. Virtual doctor visits aren’t new in general, but they are new to Samsung Health users. Samsung is partnering with HealthTap to bring this feature to the app, and it’ll allow…

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The current browser landscape seems clearly defined. There are names we all know, like Chrome and Firefox, in addition to many other alternatives. However, a new—and unexpected—big tech company is entering the segment: Samsung. The company already has its own browser for mobile devices running One UI. Now, they have announced a desktop version of…

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Xbox hardware sales are, suffice it to say, in a bit of a downward spiral. This probably doesn’t come as a shock to most, but it wasn’t really put into perspective until this week, following Microsoft’s latest earnings call. Microsoft is still planning to continue putting out Xbox hardware, but the company has continued with…

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The global smartphone market shipped a total of 320.1 million units in Q3 2025, as per Omdia’s latest report. This resulted in a 3% year-on-year growth, but more importantly, it signals recovery from the muted performance in the first half of the year. Samsung secured the top spot by shipping 60.6 million units, while Apple…

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A legal battle involving the Google Play Store has been going on for some time now. Now, we finally have a major victory for app developers and Android users in the United States. Following a multi-year legal saga with Epic Games (the creator of Fortnite), Google has been forced to open up its ecosystem, ending…

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Android Auto has been missing the home screen widgets feature for a long time now, but it seems Google is prepping it behind the scenes. The new feature, codenamed “Earth,” is reportedly in the works and allows you to add widgets directly from their mobile apps to Android Auto’s dashboard. The new ‘Widget Companion’ menu…

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Samsung is working on its next big UI update, One UI 8.5, which will be based on Android 16. The update will debut with the Galaxy S26 series next year. Initially, a beta program was expected to open in November, but recent reports suggest it’s been delayed, possibly because of changes in Galaxy S26 launch…

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The soaring demand for artificial intelligence is about to hit your wallet in a place you might not expect: your phone’s RAM. We typically focus on the price of components like the main processor. Every so often we get news about increasingly expensive Snapdragon chips, for example. However, the cost of the RAM memory used…

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Elon Musk has entered the knowledge arena, launching Grokipedia, a new online encyclopedia powered by his xAI models. As its name suggests, it is a direct competitor to the massively popular Wikipedia. In fact, Musk claims Grokipedia will “purge out the propaganda” found on Wikipedia and exceed its rival “by several orders of magnitude in…

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Car chargers can be an incredibly useful accessory, but even more so if you have multiple devices to charge at once, or multiple people in the car who want to charge devices, and that’s why this deal on the Lisen 4-port car charger is one you should consider. Normally, this charger would cost you $27.99,…

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Google Chrome is generally thought of as a pretty safe browser to use, but that doesn’t make it an impenetrable fortress, and a Chrome exploit used to distribute malware is the latest proof of that. A zero-day is an exploit that, once discovered, is immediately used to attack an entity or other users. This gives…

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Xbox has a new rival in town, and you might be surprised to know that it’s TikTok, as well as movies, that keep the Head of Xbox Game Studios up at night. Not PlayStation, not Nintendo. A social media application available on Android and iOS, and those motion picture films that you used to flock…

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Rumors of the next-gen Xbox console powered by Windows, making it a full-fledged gaming PC, began floating to the surface of the news cycle earlier this month. Now, it seems that those rumors actually have weight to them. So much weight that the rumors are reportedly true. When the rumors first popped up, we said…

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You only really know about a company based on the public image it wants you to see. But what really goes on behind the scenes? Behind the glitzy product launches, what exactly takes place in the planning process? If you’re curious about how a carrier operates, PhoneArena managed to land an exclusive interview with a…

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If you’re looking for a 360-degree camera, Insta360 has become more or less the standard. But if the Insta360 X5 is a bit out of your price range, the company unveiled the Insta360 X4 Air today. This is a compact 360-degree camera that brings 8K video recording to creators who have a smaller budget. Meet…

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Gaming smartphones used to be an extremely niche product, and while they technically still are, there are a lot more phones out there these days that can be considered suitable gaming smartphones. Even if they aren’t marketed as such. With that in mind, consumers have more choices for a gaming smartphone than ever before. With…

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The One UI 8 rollout has seen its share of issues, with Samsung pausing the process on several of its phones, including the popular Galaxy S24 and S23 flagships. The company hasn’t disclosed the reason that triggered this move, but we assume something serious. Anyway, it looks to be a thing of the past, as…

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Samsung’s upcoming big software update, One UI 8.5, is expected to bring some major changes and optimizations. However, things are reportedly not going as smoothly as planned. The company has now reportedly delayed the rollout of its One UI 8.5 beta. The program was earlier rumored to open in late November. Samsung has delayed the…

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Earlier this year, Google announced that a Fitbit Personal Health Coach was coming to eligible devices, such as the Pixel Watch 4, and this week, it’s entering an early preview phase. This brings it one step closer to being fully launched, although it will take a little more time to get there, Google admits. This…

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Qualcomm has officially entered the AI chip race with the launch of its two new accelerator chips. With this move, the company aims for a major shift from its traditional focus on smartphone and wireless connectivity semiconductors. With the launch of its new AI200 and AI250 chips, the company has positioned itself as a new…

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Google brought visual call customization to Android with the “Calling Cards” feature. However, one key piece of functionality has been notably missing. Android users could design unique screens for their contacts’ incoming calls, but they could not control what their own call screen looked like on a friend’s device. This omission was a significant one…

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The race to harness quantum computing just saw a major acceleration. Google recently announced a significant breakthrough using its Willow quantum chip and a new method called the Quantum Echoes algorithm. This achievement moves the field closer to what researchers call “practical quantum advantage.” The latter is the point where quantum computers can solve meaningful…

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OpenAI recently entered the browser space with ChatGPT Atlas. This new AI-powered tool aims to embed conversational intelligence directly into the web navigation experience. Days after its initial release, the development team is already outlining a series of immediate updates. It seems that the company is focused on quickly enhancing both the core functionality and…

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Apple has faced a major setback in the United Kingdom after one of the regional tribunals ruled that the company had misused its dominant position in the app market. The court, in an antitrust lawsuit, found Apple guilty of charging developers unfair commissions on the App Store. The ruling might cost the tech giant around…

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Samsung is making all kinds of noise lately with its 2nm GAA process advancements and Exynos making a return with next year’s Galaxy S26 flagships. However, the South Korean giant is also working on something beyond. Samsung will reportedly integrate an NPU (Neural Processing Unit) into the Exynos 5G modem. This means the baseband chip…

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If you’re looking for a pair of inexpensive true wireless earbuds, earbuds that will still be decent quality without breaking the bank, then make sure to check out this deal on the Baseus Bass BC1 earbuds. Amazon has them on sale for $27.98 right now. These normally cost $39.99, so why not save yourself another…

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At this point, One UI 8.5 is no secret, with numerous leaks revealing what could be on offer when it eventually rolls out. Though Samsung wants to keep it a mystery, leaks keep popping up at regular intervals. Unlike the One UI 8, the new version could be a step up in terms of new…

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One of UGREEN’s best charging stands is available on sale thanks to this Amazon deal, and if you’ve got a phone that supports MagSafe and wireless charging, then you definitely want to check out the UGREEN MagFlow 2-In-1 wireless charging stand. While official MagSafe is only built into iPhones, Android phones with wireless charging support…

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Razer is back with yet another new console controller, and this time it’s geared towards PS5 owners, as the company has just launched the Raiju V3 Pro. If you remember the last Raiju from a few years ago, throw that idea out the window. Razer has made several improvements. Not the least of which was…

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Car chargers are still a thing the way you may remember them from more than a decade ago, but they have been upgraded, and this one from UGREEN is now on sale for a price we wouldn’t pass up. Normally, this car charger would cost you a grand total of $49.99. However, you can now…

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Apple is reportedly interested in buying the Warner Bros Discovery back catalog to add to Apple TV. This report comes out of Bloomberg, so there’s a good chance that this is real. As a reminder, Warner Bros Discovery does own a number of popular IP like HBO, CNN, Warner Bros, DC, Discovery, Cartoon Network, and…

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Is AI the current big thing, or is it currently a bubble? That depends on who you ask. However, it is undeniable that companies are basically throwing money at it. Many top tech companies have invested billions of dollars in the technology, building data centers, advancing semiconductor tech, and more, all in the name of…

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Sony pushed the Android 16 update to its 2025 flagship, the Xperia 1 VII, last month, surprising everyone. The company is now moving in a similar direction to its last year’s model. The Sony Xperia 1 VI is now receiving the stable Android 16 update across European markets, including the UK. This takes the build…

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Earlier this year, Google released the Connected Cameras feature for Pixel phones. As the name says, this will allow Pixel owners to use another Pixel or GoPro as an extra camera for live streams. This allows for more camera angles. However, there was one annoyance with the Pixel Connect Camera feature, where the audio can…

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Chargers aren’t hard to come by in the sense that you can easily find them pretty much everywhere when you need to buy one, and you may even get one with your devices. That being said, if you have multiple chargers, then you’re taking up multiple outlets when you don’t have to. In fact, you…

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Voice assistants are becoming smarter, all thanks to the increasing adoption of AI. Google had recently replaced the default voice assistant of Android from Google Assistant to an AI-powered Gemini. These assistants are good, but they often stop listening when you pause, making long conversations frustrating. To address this, Google is testing a new update…

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Nubia has added a new flagship phone to its catalog with the launch of the Z80 Ultra in China. The firm already gave us a glimpse at the design of the device last week. It has now fully unleashed the Z80 Ultra as the successor to last year’s Z70 Ultra (review). Similar to its predecessor,…

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These days, when we think of AI, we think of generative AI like ChatGPT, Claude, Gemini, and so on. However, AI can do so much more. In fact, Google plans to show us just how. The company has announced several upgrades headed to Google Fi, which include AI-powered noise filters and RCS web messaging. Google…

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The Google app on Android is finally about to get a feature iOS users have enjoyed for years. We are talking about a fast, intuitive way to perform a private search. More specifically, Google is currently testing a new “incognito mode” capability. This will give Android users front-and-center control to disable history for individual queries.…

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Tech giant Meta is bringing new tools with a primary goal to protect its user base from potential scams. The company notes that its teams have “detected and disrupted” nearly eight million accounts associated with scam centers in the United Arab Emirates, Myanmar, Laos, Cambodia, and the Philippines since the beginning of 2025. Meta’s platforms,…

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Google has introduced a major update to its AI Studio platform, debuting a workflow it terms “vibe coding.” This initiative aims to make the creation and deployment of AI-powered applications accessible to a broader audience, including users without extensive coding backgrounds. The central goal is to shorten the path from a conceptual idea to a…

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OpenAI just fired a major shot across the bow of Google‘s long-standing web dominance. The company officially launched its new AI-powered web browser, aptly named ChatGPT Atlas. The browser was designed from the ground up to fundamentally change how people use the internet. According to employees who spoke during the launch livestream, ChatGPT is the…

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Flagship smartphones cost a fortune these days. Every year, manufacturers push the price envelope higher, demanding well over a thousand dollars for the latest model. But here’s the secret the industry won’t tell you: you absolutely do not need to spend your life savings to get a great mobile experience in 2025. Smart shoppers know…

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Samsung’s Galaxy S25 Plus is the mid-tier option of the company’s latest flagship smartphone series, and although it may not be as feature-packed or as premium as the Galaxy S25 Ultra, you will still want to keep it protected and perhaps improve the user experience with it via a few nice accessories. That’s why we’ve…

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For years, global smartphone enthusiasts have suffered the disappointment of watching Chinese flagships launch with immense battery specs, only to see that capacity shrink when the device arrived internationally. This size reduction often happens because of strict regulations governing the safe air transport of single, high-capacity battery cells. However, that unwelcome tradition is finally ending.…

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The biggest upgrade in years for Google TV is quietly making its way onto screens, promising to replace Google Assistant with a more conversational and capable AI: Gemini for TV. According to reports, the AI ​​assistant has officially started rolling out. This is surprising since it’s already showing up on devices ahead of Google‘s promised…

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Samsung is now pushing its newest software, the One UI 8 Watch, to the Galaxy Watch 7 series global units. As usual, the company began the firmware rollout last week in South Korea, its home country. Based on Wear OS 6, One UI 8 Watch is a big update for Galaxy Watch 7 devices. According…

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Oura is taking a major step forward to improve health tracking on its smart rings. The Oura ring models are planned to get a new cumulative stress monitoring tool and blood pressure estimation feature. With the following update, the company aims to position its ring as more than a sleep tracker and wants it to…

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For years, the sound coming out of high-performance smartphones has been one of the weakest parts of the experience. Thin, tinny audio often ruins the immersion. A good sound setup is especially necessary when you are deeply engaged in mobile gaming or streaming a movie. Xiaomi is finally addressing this glaring issue with its upcoming…

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WhatsApp, the world’s most-used messaging platform, faces an ongoing challenge against spam and unsolicited messages. The company aims to counter the flood of cold outreach, marketing blasts, and general digital noise. With that in mind, the WhatsApp app getting a new, highly targeted anti-spam measure: monthly limits on messages sent to unknown contacts without receiving…

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The drive to integrate advanced artificial intelligence is changing the fundamentals of social networking. Facebook is currently rolling out a significant new opt-in feature that enables its AI to function as a personal photo editor, suggesting collages and themed edits based on the pictures stored in your phone’s private camera roll. The tool is now…

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The rapid pace of AI innovation often leaves users feeling overwhelmed. Many struggle to apply powerful new tools to everyday life due to the countless possibilities there are. Google is tackling this challenge head-on with a clever strategy: using seasonal events to teach intuitive AI usage. As part of this initiative, Google is taking Halloween…

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As per Microsoft’s latest Digital Defense Report 2025, cybercriminals have found a new attack trick, dubbed ClickFix. It’s a social engineering tactic that convinces users to infect themselves. Moreover, it has been highlighted that this tactic has become one of the common methods used by hackers to gain initial access. ClickFix attacks are more common…

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Samsung will officially debut its long-awaited Galaxy XR headset on October 21. While the virtual event is still days away, an essential element of the device’s success has already emerged. It appears that the device’s ecosystem software is ready. More specifically, there are already apps listed in the Play Store with the “XR” label, a…

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Reports suggest Apple is dialing back production of its premium, ultra-slim device, the iPhone Air, following underwhelming sales performance. The news, originating from Japan’s Mizuho Securities, paints a picture where one model stands as a notable exception in an otherwise strong year for the iPhone lineup. According to Mizuho, ​​Apple plans a production cut of…

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The price of AT&T home internet services rises by $5 a month starting December 1st. It’s giving the obvious operational costs as the reason for the change in price. The carrier is informing its customers of the price hike via email. To recall, AT&T raised the prices by $5 a month in November 2024. AT&T is…

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Apple was long ago rumored to be working on an iPhone Fold. It was earlier reported to go official in the year 2026. However, a recent report indicates that the foldable iPhone may still be a year or more away from reality, and there are slim chances that it will launch in 2027. The delay…

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The Samsung Galaxy Tab S9 series was launched back in 2023, two years ago. If you’re still holding onto the tablet and haven’t bothered upgrading to the Galaxy Tab S11, we have some good news for you. According to a report from SamMobile, Samsung has finally released the One UI 8 update for the Galaxy…

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Apple’s CEO, Tim Cook, is facing one of his toughest business battles yet. Balancing President Trump’s “Make in America” goals with China’s vast manufacturing network demand isn’t easy. And despite the global trade tension, the CEO continues to navigate the fine line between the two superpowers. Between all this, he was able to secure the…

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Most of us these days have many things linked or stored to our Google Account; it could be contacts, emails, photos, and whatnot. No doubt, it’s easy for you to get back into your Google Account if you lost access because you forgot your password. However, things can go horribly wrong when you lose your…

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The Google Pixel 10 Pro is little more than a month old, and if you haven’t already picked up a case for it, then you should definitely start looking for the best cases to suit your needs, because the last thing you want is to damage it in the event of an accidental drop. With…

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Everyone needs a good charger, regardless of whether it’s their main charger or a backup, and right now you can pick up this Baseus 45W PicoGo charger for only $11. That’s a very cheap price for a charger that has a 45W output with USB-C. Normally, this charger would cost you $25.99. Amazon currently has…

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Finding the best Verizon phone that you can buy in 2025 can be quite the daunting task. Currently, Verizon sells over 100 different phones, which makes it pretty difficult to decide which phone you should buy. Luckily, we’re here to help. Here are the best Verizon phones you can buy in 2025. Best Android Phone…

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Apple surprised fans by introducing the iPhone 17 Pro Max in a brand-new Cosmic Orange colorway. As it was an immensely popular model since its launch because of its distinctive finish, the shipping dates slipped again and again. However, a user’s Reddit post about their iPhone 17 Pro Max Cosmic Orange unit turning a pink…

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Threads is finally leveling up its direct messaging functionality by introducing group DM (direct message) support. Users can now start conversations involving up to 50 people in a single Thread, and chats can have custom names to help distinguish among various groups. In addition, Meta’s Threads is expanding its full messaging features to the EU…

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Samsung has quietly expanded its range of Qi2-certified chargers by launching two new products in the US. There’s one called the Single Wireless Charger for home, while the other one is a Car Wireless Charger. These new chargers allow users to charge their Galaxy phones conveniently at home, in the office, or in their car.…

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Apple iPhones are not quite as ahead in terms of photography as the latest Chinese flagships. However, the Cupertino giant seems to be preparing for a major leap in mobile photography. The upcoming iPhone 18 Pro could debut Apple’s most advanced camera system with variable aperture support. iPhone 18 Pro to feature variable aperture in…

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Google DeepMind has introduced Veo 3.1, the latest update to its video generation model. As the name suggests, this is an improved version of Veo 3. Available through platforms like Flow, the Gemini App, and the Gemini API, this new iteration focuses on providing creators with more sophisticated tools for blending images and enhancing visual…

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The privacy-focused Android fork, GrapheneOS, has spent years exclusively supporting certain Google Pixel devices. However, this could be ending soon. To that extent, the project partnered with a major Android device maker in June 2025, but hasn’t revealed its name. GrapheneOS is now working closely with the said brand to support at least one of…

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Microsoft is rolling out a new artificial intelligence feature in OneDrive that uses AI facial recognition. This serves to create “face groupings,” helping users quickly sort photos of friends and family. However, the introduction of OneDrive’s Facial Recognition tool has been overshadowed by a peculiar and controversial limit. Microsoft sets annual opt-out limit for OneDrive’s…

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Apple and Samsung are among the top smartphone brands in the world. Samsung, with its Galaxy S25 series and new foldables, had a very good 2025. Similarly, the iPhone 17 series is off to a good start for the Cupertino giant. However, when it comes to the top spot, though, there’s only one winner. We’re…

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Microsoft has finally introduced its first in-house AI image generation model: Called MAI-Image-1. Redmond-based tech giant’s first text-to-image AI model made its debut on the public model ranking forum LMArena, which listed it among the top 10 text-to-photo AI models. Thanks to the model, the Redmond tech giant will stop relying solely on external partners…

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Ever since Google introduced its Material 3 Expressive design language, the company has been slowly introducing it across its apps and services. If you’re a Pixel user, then you might be interested to learn that Google has recently pushed out an update for the Pixel Camera, bringing it up to version 10.1 with a couple…

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Nintendo is rumored to have been hacked and had some amount of data stolen, with the hack said to have taken place recently. As of right now, Nintendo hasn’t acknowledged the hack or confirmed that a breach has taken place, and it’s unclear if it plans to do so. As of right now, the chances…

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Online safety for children is a complicated problem that lawmakers across the country are struggling to solve. Many states have tried and failed to create rules that satisfy both privacy advocates and the tech industry. Now, California has stepped in with a new approach that is quickly emerging as the national model for online age…

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For years, Google Photos has been known as the go-to app for photos and video management on most Android devices. It wasn’t exactly known for creative edit options or features. However, that reputation might be about to change. Google is reportedly testing a new video editor for its Photos app, and it brings something users…

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Foldable phones are cool, but let’s be honest: they still have an Achilles’ heel. It’s not the main hinge everyone worries about; it’s the microscopic stress points where components like the front camera or sensors hide. To put a hole in that layered, flexible screen, manufacturers introduce a tiny, invisible flaw—a prime spot for micro-cracks…

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It’s scary to think how much time we spend on social media. You sit down, open Facebook or Instagram, and scroll for a bit, and before you know it, an hour has flown by. Not only is social media a timesink, but it also has the ability to warp our perception of the real world.…

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The Xiaomi 17 series debuted last month as the brand’s newest flagship lineup. The series includes a total of three phones, and they all ship with the mighty Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 SoC. Like always, Xiaomi reserved the Ultra model for a later date. Though not confirmed, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra may arrive…

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Samsung introduced its flagship Galaxy Buds 3 range of earbuds in July last year. However, the South Korean tech giant could take a different approach with the next-gen Galaxy Buds 4 series. Reports indicate that the brand could introduce the new series alongside the Galaxy S26 series flagships. A new firmware leak has now given…

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Despite its name, this is only the third-generation foldable for Google. Having started with the Pixel Fold back in 2023, then jumping to the Pixel 9 Pro Fold last year (to bring the naming in-line with the rest of the Pixel 9 series) and now the Pixel 10 Pro Fold. And despite it looking very…

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If you’re a Motorola user, then we have some good news for you. Motorola has started to roll out the Android 16 update for some of its phones. This means that if you own an eligible device, you should be able to look forward to all the new features, changes, and improvements that are part…

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Netflix originally branded itself as a platform for streaming TV shows and movies. However, the rise of competitors has forced the company to rethink its strategy. At its core, it is still a streaming service, but it needs to find ways to keep its users entertained, and more importantly, subscribed. This is why the company…

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The Apple iPhone 16 was a solid buy for many people. Even though it arrived last year, some of you are probably looking to upgrade already. Or… perhaps you’re looking to get this phone for the first time. Well, if you’re considering to upgrade to Apple’s new ultra-thin phone, or are trying to decide between…

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The subscription app market is booming, driving a massive amount of revenue for developers across the globe. However, a new report from RevenueCat highlights a significant, often overlooked detail: the platform you choose fundamentally changes your subscription experience. For both users and developers, data suggests that the Google Play Store introduces significant friction, particularly around…

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Raise your hand if you’ve ever fallen asleep in front of the TV before while watching a show or movie halfway through. Most of us have been there, but Google TV might have a way to ensure you’re still watching or have fallen asleep. Google TV will check if you’re still watching According to an…

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Elon Musk surprised everyone a few years ago when he announced he would be buying X (formerly known as Twitter). But then, Musk went on a firing spree, laying off a ton of employees, including former Twitter executives. Naturally, some of these execs weren’t thrilled and sued Musk over severance pay. Fast forward to today,…

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This time around, we’re comparing two smartphones from Apple. To be more precise, we’re comparing the Apple iPhone Air vs Apple iPhone 15. The iPhone Air is a member of the iPhone 17 series, Apple’s newest smartphone series. The iPhone 15, on the other hand, is two years old at this point. Some of you…

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Now that the Google Pixel 10 series has been in users’ hands for a little over a month, we’re starting to see some other bugs surfacing with Google’s latest flagship phones. This time around, it comes down to the Electronic Image Stabilization or EIS. Essentially, a software bug is causing jittery video on the Google…

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When it comes to smartphones, Google’s Pixel devices are some of the best, but what if you’re only considering a Pixel and you want to know what the best Google Pixel smartphones are? Well, we’ve got you covered with a list of Pixel phones that fit that category and are worthy of the label. That…

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The launch date for the Motorola Edge 70 is now officially confirmed, setting the stage for the device’s global debut on November 5. The company itself provided the confirmation via a section on its website, validating earlier rumors regarding a release next month. This announcement draws immediate attention to the phone’s primary feature: its slender…

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realme’s latest smartphone is here, and it comes from the realm of Game of Thrones. Called the realme 15 Pro 5G Game of Thrones Limited Edition smartphone, the brand has launched it in India and globally. It has arrived as the limited edition variant of the realme 15 Pro 5G smartphone. It carries an identical…

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The “Best Android Smartphone” is somewhat subjective. For some users, the best smartphone has the best battery life, or the best camera, or the best gaming experience. That’s the beauty of Android. There’s not one phone that is perfect for everyone. Which is why we have rounded up the Best Android Smartphones you can buy…

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Google has been in this game long enough now that it’s almost expected of the company to create something that users will enjoy, and I have to say, I really enjoy the Google Pixel Watch 4. Compared to the last two models, the Pixel Watch 4 feels like what the Pixel Watch series should have…

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California bans noisy ads on streaming platforms like Hulu, Amazon Prime Video, Netflix, and YouTube. They can no longer increase volume during commercial breaks when streaming content. California State Senator Tom Umberg introduced the bill (576) in February, citing a complaint from one of his staffers about the loud volume of streaming advertisements during the…

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There are several things that determine the speed of your smartphone or tablet. Obviously the chipset plays a huge role. Then, there’s also RAM to consider. But if there’s something that some people might overlook, it’s storage. The faster your phone’s storage can read and write data, the snappier it will feel. Now, things are…

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Samsung has launched the ISOCELL HP5, its newest mobile image component, built around an intentional technical compromise. The sensor continues the industry trend toward massive resolution, packing 200MP onto a compact 1/1.56-inch optical format. However, to achieve this density, the HP5 reduces its individual pixel size to just 0.5µm. Is Samsung’s new 200MP camera sensor…

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Samsung is gearing up for a major software refresh with the upcoming One UI 8.5 update. Now, recent findings suggest the company is ready to introduce a critical feature that will look very familiar to Google Pixel users. It seems that Samsung is ready to bring a powerful automatic call screening feature with One UI…

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Google is finally rolling out its Gemini AI into the heart of the smart home, moving beyond the older, more rigid Google Assistant. Users who opted into the early access program are now seeing the upgrade. The change means much more than just a new voice. The new Gemini for Home AI is smarter, more…

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Discord has confirmed a data breach after one of its third-party support providers fell victim to a ransomware attack. The social media giant has said that the breach led to the data exposure of limited users. An investigation is underway, and the authorities have been notified. Affected users are said to be informed directly via…

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OpenAI has reached a new consumer milestone with the launch of its Sora video generation application. Released exclusively for iOS, the invite-only Sora app quickly ascended to the top spot among all free apps in the US App Store. The high demand is driven by the advanced capabilities of the new Sora 2 model. This…

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Smartphone boxes are getting leaner, and after years of conditioning consumers to buy their own wall chargers, manufacturers are now eyeing the next component for removal: the USB cable. What started with Apple eliminating charging bricks is now extending to the cable itself, marking another step toward dramatically stripped-down packaging. While not a global standard…

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Verizon has announced Dan Schulman as its new CEO (chief executive officer), effective immediately. Dan was the former chief executive officer of PayPal Holdings, and he will replace Hans Vestberg. Furthermore, Mark Bertolini is the chairman of the Verizon board of directors. Hans Vestberg will continue to serve as special advisor through October 4th, 2026.…

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If you thought the end of 2G and 3G networks was the last major network change, think again. T-Mobile is now preparing for its next bold move of starting the phase-out process of the LTE or 4G network. According to the leaked internal document, the carrier is planning to completely repurpose its LTE spectrum into…

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For years, the Google Pixel series has faced a recurring challenge: stellar software experience often held back by inconsistent hardware performance. Not only have Tensor chips been consistently less powerful than their competition, but they also lacked connectivity performance and battery efficiency. While Google made a major move by shifting its core Tensor G5 manufacturing…

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Subscribers of YouTube TV should finally breathe easy, as NBC Universal’s lineup isn’t going anywhere. Google and NBC have finally struck a fresh multi-year deal. This will ensure that NBC’s sports coverage, hit shows, and news content remain available on the platform. The agreement follows tense negotiations earlier this year, when NBC content nearly disappeared…

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Xbox Cloud gaming is one of the things that made Xbox Game Pass Ultimate a little exciting back when it first launched, if you were ok with paying the monthly subscription fee, but users may be getting it for completely free of charge. That doesn’t mean it won’t have a cost. There’s always a cost.…

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ICEBlock, a popular app that was launched on iOS earlier this year, has just been removed by Apple from the App Store, making it no longer accessible from Apple devices. Apple’s removal of the app from the App Store comes as part of a request from the Trump Administration’s US Attorney General, Pamela Bondi, following…

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Have you ever wanted to understand the meaning of the lyrics of a song that caught your attention? Most music streaming services offer a “Lyrics” feature, but it’s useless if the lyrics are in a language you don’t understand. Of course, you could somehow copy those lyrics and look for a translation online. However, this…

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Just a few months ago, Google introduced a new feature on its Photos app that would allow users to turn any still image into a six-second animated clip. It utilizes the Veo 2 AI video generation model for that. At launch, only two video style preferences were given to the users. A new update, however,…

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The Google Play Store is rolling out a major new feature, effectively transforming the platform into a digital gifting mall. Users can now purchase and send gift cards for dozens of major retailers, dining options, and entertainment services—including Google Play itself—directly through the Android app. This move streamlines the gifting process, allowing users to handle…

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An app for scanning documents, such as iScanner, isn’t something I have had much use for over the years, but there have been times when I wish I had a good solution for scanning paper documents and digitizing them for easier transfers. I’ve noticed that I have had more use for what iScanner offers as…

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Though Perplexity was one of the first companies to launch an AI-powered browser, gaining access to it wasn’t that straightforward. You had to shell out $200 per month for the top-tier Max subscription. That’s finally changing now that it is available for everyone. What’s interesting is that Perplexity’s Comet browser is free for all. This…

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T-Mobile had introduced its satellite communication services, dubbed “T-Satellite,” just a few months ago. Now, the carrier is taking its satellite service to the next level as it announces the expansion of the service to cover popular apps. Thanks to its partnership with Starlink, users can now access several popular apps and services, like WhatsApp,…

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Samsung is signaling its full-fledged entry into the extended reality (XR) market. Reports indicate the company is preparing to launch its highly anticipated XR device, known internally as Project Muhan. More specifically, Samsung’s Android XR-powered headset official unveiling expected in the third week of October. This launch represents a significant moment, as the headset, likely…

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The Google Pixel Watch 4 is nearly here, and once it arrives, it’s introducing 8 new watch faces to the Wear OS platform. This is great news for users, as it’s never a bad thing to have more watch faces to choose from. Some of these watch faces have already been seen as they were…

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Google is moving forward with a significant security change for Android, mandating developer verification for apps installed outside of the Google Play Store—a practice known as sideloading. This move has raised concerns among some users about restricted choice. However, Google is firm on its stance: sideloading is “absolutely not” going away. That said, it’s definitely…

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Whenever you have an issue with your phone or internet, you would contact technical support. They’ll usually tell you they’ll have a technician “look at it,” and this process could take a day or a couple of days, depending on how serious it is. However, it looks like AT&T has figured out a way to…

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Walmart is diving further into the smart home market with the expansion of its in-house tech brand, Onn. The company today launched two new low-cost security gadgets—an Onn indoor camera and an Onn video doorbell—that were developed in close partnership with Google to integrate seamlessly with the Google Home platform. This partnership marks the first…

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After years of being exclusive to Europe, Philips‘ Ambilight TVs have finally arrived for US buyers. The immersive lighting technology, which casts an adjustable, dynamic halo of color onto the wall behind the screen, is now available in a new line of Smart TVs powered by the Roku OS. Philips Ambilight TVs arrive in the…

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Earlier this morning, Microsoft announced an increase in the price of Xbox Game Pass Ultimate, but one thing that is likely to be overlooked is the updates to Xbox cloud gaming, which include an improvement in the resolution. Most notably, Xbox cloud gaming has always been available in a beta state, even though it’s been…

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The Walt Disney Company has escalated its legal actions against generative AI platforms, sending a cease and desist letter to Character.AI and demanding the immediate removal of all chatbots impersonating its copyrighted characters. The entertainment giant’s core concern is not just copyright infringement. It’s also about the potential damage to its brand caused by the…

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Microsoft has just implemented a price increase for Xbox Game Pass Ultimate, little more than a year after it increased the price from $16.99 to $19.99, and it’s safe to say that there are plenty of gamers who aren’t necessarily happy about it. In an official Xbox Wire post on October 1, Microsoft announced a…

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