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Google confirms new Downloads backup feature for Android: Here's how it'll work
We've been tracking the feature for months and can tell you exactly what it can and can't do.
Android getting new ‘local file backup’ feature via Google Drive
According to new Google Play Services release notes, Android phones will be getting a “new local file backup feature” with Google Drive.
Apple Brings iPhone-Style Battery Charge Limits to the Mac in macOS Tahoe 26.4
The macOS Tahoe 26.4 beta that Apple released today includes a Charge Limit feature for the Mac. There is a new slider bar that lets Mac users select a charge level from 80 percent to 100 percent. The Charge Limit is a setting that's available in addition to Optimized Battery Charging, and it can prevent a Mac from ever charging to 100 percent.
Should You Buy Live Nation Entertainment Stock Before Feb. 19?
Should you buy Live Nation before Thursday's earnings call? The answer isn't obvious.
Apple starts testing end-to-end RCS encryption on iPhone, but without Android support
Apple’s latest iOS 26.4 beta is now available for iPhone owners, with an added perk for RCS messaging – end-to-end...
Apple starts testing end-to-end encrypted RCS messages on iPhone
They will launch in a “future update,” not iOS 26.4.
iOS 26.4 Enables Stolen Device Protection by Default for All iPhones
Starting with iOS 26.4, Stolen Device Protection will be enabled by default and turned on for all iPhone users. Stolen Device Protection adds extra security in case of physical iPhone theft. Apple implemented Stolen Device Protection back in 2023 after reports about a new iPhone theft method. Thieves would spy on an intended victim to learn their passcode, then steal the target's iPhone. With the passcode, criminals were able to empty bank accounts, access passwords, and turn off Find My.
iOS 26.4 beta adds support for testing end-to-end encrypted RCS messaging
Apple added RCS support to iPhone with iOS 18.1, enabling richer cross-platform messaging between iPhone and Android users. This included...
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It's not clear yet what this is for, but Apple is having an invite-only event not at Apple Park, but instead in New York City, on March 4. It might be time for all those M5 MacBook Pro, iPad, and iPhone 17e rumors to come true.
Samsung says the Galaxy S26 isn't a smartphone, and that's a dangerous gamble
Rebranding the word smartphone is a bold move
Hardware and software changes will lead to improved iPhone battery life this year
Changes being made to iOS 27 and larger battery capacities will give iPhone 18 Pro series users longer battery life.
Rumored Galaxy S26 Ultra feature is so genius that Apple has decided to copy it
The phone's privacy display tech has reportedly influenced Apple's product strategy.
5 MagSafe Gadgets You'll Use Every Day
If you think MagSafe on your iPhone is only for wireless charging, you might be surprised by the variety of gadgets it supports, such as SSDs, mounts, and more.
Does Charging Your Phone To 100% Ruin Your Battery? Here's The Truth.
Read this if you're constantly plugging in your device overnight.
Why There's Simply No Need For Webcams Anymore
The reason why no one uses a webcam anymore is that a smartphone with a decent camera is an easy replacement with a better camera.
Addicted to your phone? Try “bricking” it
New devices are cementing youngsters’ desire for digital detoxes
New Samsung Galaxy S26 smartphone reveals itself as someone tries to sell it for $1,650
A wild Galaxy S26 Plus has surfaced over a week before its release. Sporting Samsung's rumoured redesign, the device was allegedly being sold for a whopping $1,650 ahead of its official debut.
A Good Valentine’s Day Gift for These Nice People in the New York Times Would Be to Destroy Their Phones
Retirement aged people are so addicted to their phones, some of them literally can't talk to each other.
Real-world Galaxy S26+ images leak at long last
You might be able to get your hands on it before release if you are ready to pay $1,650.
Apple Now Testing Flip-Style Foldable iPhone
Apple is testing a different kind of foldable iPhone with a flip-style design, according to a known leaker based in Asia. Citing supposedly verifiable supply chain information, the Weibo user known as "Fixed Focus Digital" says that Apple has tested a flip-style foldable iPhone. Such a device would compete with devices such as Samsung's Galaxy Z Flip 7 and the modern-day Motorola Razr.
Leaked Pixel 10a spec sheet reveals several subtle changes and one surprisingly big upgrade
Google's next mid-ranger is all of a sudden expected to eclipse even the Pixel 10 Pro in one key area.
Aaron Williams a ‘pioneer’ on 2026 TIME100 Health list of influential leaders
Vanderbilt's Aaron Williams, MD, has been named to the 2026 TIME100 Health list of the world’s most influential leaders in health
Apple has new ‘iPhone Flip’ model in the works, says leaker
Apple’s first foldable iPhone launches this fall, but there’s reportedly a different folding design in the works too: an ‘iPhone Flip.’
Full Pixel 10a specs leak with new Gorilla Glass – how it compares to Pixel 9a
Google has confirmed a Pixel 10a launch on February 18, and now a detail list of the phone’s specs have...
The Google Photos redesign we’ve been waiting for is finally here
Google Photos swaps its bottom bar for a floating toolbar, giving you more screen space for your actual photos.
His family fled Afghanistan facing threats for supporting US troops. Now he sits in ICE custody at risk of being sent back
When Said Noor, a US Army veteran, picked up a phone call on December 2, he immediately knew something was wrong.
'We are to bone’; Idaho Health and Welfare budget cuts may endanger state's crisis system
Cuts to the Idaho Department of Health and Welfare budget has a high likelihood of disrupting the state’s crisis response system.
Minnesota sues after CDC cuts millions of dollars in public health grants
MDH reported that 107 health departments across the county received the funding, but the grants for Minnesota, Colorado, Illinois and California have been cancelled, totaling more than $1.5 billion.
iPhone 18 Pro’s new C2 chip will bring three advantages over iPhone 17
Apple is rumored to have a next-generation C2 chip coming to iPhone 18 Pro, here are three advantages the Apple-designed modem will bring.
Hopes Fade For Early 2026 Apple Siri Release. Apple Stock Drops.
Apple stock fell on reports that the company will delay the release of its AI-powered Siri until May, with some features pushed to the fall.
Pixel 10a leaks with physical SIM as that ‘Berry’ red is calling my name [Gallery]
Google has already confirmed a February 18 launch for the Pixel 10a series and shown off the phone officially, but...
Official Samsung Galaxy S26, S26 Plus, and S26 Ultra renders leak in all colors
This is your best look at all of the upcoming Samsung Galaxy S26 phones in the colors that they will launch in.
How Is Screen Time Affecting My Kid?
Researchers have correlated brain and behavioral changes in kids to increased time on phones and other screen devices.
Google adds more convenience to its free VPN built into Pixel phones
Google's free VPN that built into Pixel 7 and newer device just got a nifty update to make its status more easily visible.
Dangerous new spyware can take full control of iPhone and Android devices
Security firm iVerify says it has uncovered a new spyware platform dubbed ZeroDayRAT, a tool designed to seize near-total control of a compromised smartphone. According to the...
Apple is about to launch a 'game-changer' iPhone
Apple is about to pull a classic move while leaning into affordability.
Samsung’s offering up to $900 of trade-in credit toward its new phones
Plus, get a $30 credit for accessories.
Apple releases iOS 26.3 for iPhone, here's what's new
There’s a new software update available for iPhone. Apple has released iOS 26.3, the third big update to Apple’s redesigned...
Qualcomm’s Most Powerful Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 6 Pro May Get Skipped By Xiaomi Due To Its Expensive Price, A Pitfall Of Switching To TSMC’s 2nm Process
The increase price of the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 6 Pro may prevent Xiaomi from using the flagship SoC in any of its premium smartphones
First Android 17 Beta arrives soon for Pixel phones
Google confirms the next major beta cycle is near
Tim Cook promises Apple will celebrate its upcoming 50th anniversary
Apple was founded on April 1, 1976, which means this year marks the company’s 50th anniversary. In a recent all-hands...
Samsung to Unveil AI-Charged Galaxy S26 Smartphones on Feb. 25
Samsung Electronics Co. will unveil its latest mainstream Galaxy smartphones on Feb. 25 at an event in San Francisco, hoping to spur upgrades and fresh momentum in its rivalry with Apple Inc.’s iPhone and Android-based competitors.
Apple may be inspiring Samsung to go back to a feature it dropped in 2020
Samsung was an early adopter, but the tech didn't stick around for long. Apple is widely rumored to be introducing variable aperture on the iPhone 18 Pro...
iPhone 18 Pro: Three new design updates are coming this year
iPhone 18 Pro and Pro Max will reportedly bring three new design changes for users. Here’s what the latest rumors say.
iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max Prices: Here's What Rumors Say
Apple is aiming for the upcoming iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max to have the same starting prices as the iPhone 17 Pro and iPhone 17 Pro Max, according to Jeff Pu, an equity analyst with investment firm GF Securities.
Oceanhorn 3: Legend of the Shadow Sea announced for Apple Arcade
Cornfox & Bros. has announced action RPG sequel Oceanhorn 3: Legend of the Shadow Sea for Apple Arcade (iPhone, iPad, Mac, and Apple TV). It will launch on March 5.
Two reasons helped record iPhone sales, and they're both orange
Apple recently reported the best iPhone sales in the company’s history in the final quarter of last year. While the...
Telehealth Nurse honored for lifesaving bond with Veteran | VA Central Alabama health care
For most patients, a telehealth nurse is a reassuring voice on the phone or a face on a screen, a distant guide navigating the complexities of health care. For Veteran Jacqueline, however, that voice became a lifeline that transcended the digital divide and pulled her back from the brink of death.
Samsung contest confirms something about the Galaxy S26 Ultra unveiling that we already knew
Samsung Gulf accidentally revealed something important about this month's Unpacked event.
Shokz OpenRun Pro 2 Hits All-Time Low as Amazon Pushes a Major Price Cut on Bone Conduction Headphones
They look a little different than what you might be used to, but they sound great.
Nothing teases a colorful Phone (4a) launch
As expected, Nothing Phone (4a) is gearing up to add a splash of color, with a new teaser showing what...
Elementary schools turn to science of reading to combat literacy crisis
Schools are using the science of reading to help improve declining literacy rates. It includes five components: phonemic awareness, phonics, vocabulary, fluency and comprehension.
Report: Imminent Apple hardware updates include MacBook Pro, iPads, and iPhone 17e
High-end Macs and less-expensive iPhones and iPads are all on the docket.
Trump T1 Phone: Specs and price proved inaccurate as manufacturer reveals final design
The Trump T1 Phone has been available for preorder since last June, but early buyers who’ve already paid a deposit may end up with a device that not only looks vastly different but also features altered specs compared with what was originally advertised. Trump Mobile has finally revealed the phone’s current design.
Scientists were wrong for decades about DNA knots
Scientists have discovered that DNA behaves in a surprising way when squeezed through tiny nanopores, overturning a long-held assumption in genetics research. What researchers once thought were knots causing messy electrical signals turn out to be something else entirely: twisted coils called plectonemes, formed as flowing ions inside the pore spin the DNA like a phone cord. These twists can linger and grow as DNA moves through, leaving clear electrical fingerprints.
5 Essential Costco Gadgets Every Remote Worker Should Try
If you work remotely, here are some Costco gadgets -- like ANC headphones, air dusters, and more -- that might be perfect for improving your workflow.
The iPhone 17e will reportedly bring some key upgrades without raising the price
Apple is adding the A19 chip and MagSafe charging to the iPhone 17e, which is expected to start at $599.
The iPhone 17e could launch soon with MagSafe and an A19 chip
The best part: It’ll still be $599
I've been using Android for a decade, and I just found its best productivity feature
It'a available on almost all Android phones
iOS 26.4: Here's when Apple will release the first beta
iOS 26.4 is set to be one of the most important updates ever for the iPhone, offering a suite of...
Gurman: iPhone 17e Launch 'Imminent' With Four New Features
Apple's iPhone 17e is set to launch "imminently" with at least four new features, according to Bloomberg's Mark Gurman. In the latest edition of his "Power On" newsletter, Gurman said that the new lost-cost iPhone will feature the A19 chip first introduced with the iPhone 17 last year. The device will also address one of the most glaring omissions from the current generation and add MagSage connectivity.
Apple Prepares to Kick Off 2026 With the iPhone 17e, New iPads and Macs
Apple is going to begin a 2026 product blitz with the iPhone 17e, updated iPads and fresh Macs. Also: Here’s exactly what CEO Tim Cook told employees about immigration, artificial intelligence and the company’s 50th anniversary during an all-hands meeting. Lastly, the iPhone maker scales back plans for a major new health service.
The iPhone Successor? Apple’s New AI Pin is Basically a Talking AirTag
Discover Apple's AI-powered wearable, a hands-free device with next-gen Siri and seamless ecosystem integration. Launch expected by 2027.
Small Business Technology News: Coming Soon: An Apple IPhone With Unrivaled Battery Life
PayPal says a growing number of merchants are accepting crypto and the best ERP software for 2026.
10 Mobile Apps You Should Be Using On Your Phone In 2026
From smoother scrolling to smarter sharing, underrated apps can make your phone feel easier and more thoughtful to use every day.
M5 MacBook Air will just be a chip bump, but there’s one upgrade I really want to see
In many of its most recent hardware launches, including iPad Pro and iPhone 17 Pro, Apple has prioritized one thing...
Inside The Inn at Little Washington’s geese parade
Three evenings a week, the farm manager at The Inn at Little Washington, known as “Farmer Andy,” leads a small procession in the alley along Patty O’s Cafe. A line of well-trained American Buff Geese march to the tune of Thewlis’ soprano saxophone.
Trump Mobile’s T1 Phone is apparently still coming, but it’ll be uglier and more expensive
The T1 will reportedly cost less than $1,000 for newer buyers who haven't made the $100 deposit yet.
Trump T1 smartphone re-emerges with new specs and higher price
It's possibly coming this spring.
Big game betting ad surge prompts BBB warning on illegal sports betting in Washington
As sports betting ads ramp up ahead of this weekend’s big game, the Better Business Bureau (BBB) is warning Washington consumers to be cautious.
Apple iPhone 17e Launch, Price, Features & Specifications Details - Here Is Everything You Need To Know
The iPhone 16e is expected to have a successor, the iPhone 17e, arriving in a couple of weeks, and here’s everything you need to know
I bought a $16 alarm clock to stop doomscrolling. It worked.
I replaced my smartphone alarm with a $16 alarm clock. The small change improved my sleep, focus, and morning routine more than I expected.
Trump Phone Looks Different, Costs More and Won't Be Made in the US, Report Shows
The T1 looks different (again), and its specs and pricing have changed, according to a model handset shown in a video call to The Verge.
iOS 26’s new Phone app has a feature I don’t ever want to go without
Apple overhauled the Phone app in iOS 26 with a new design and added several powerful features, including a new call screening option.
The lobstermen teaming up with scientists to save endangered whales
In a game of scientific telephone, if you find the food, you find the whales—and sound the alarm.
The lobstermen teaming up with scientists to save endangered whales
In a game of scientific telephone, if you find the food, you find the whales—and sound the alarm.
Apple heads to moon after NASA chief approves iPhones for upcoming missions
Apple iPhones head to space with NASA’s Crew-12 and Artemis II moon mission.
Google will soon offer AirDrop support on more Android devices
Google introduced a new Apple-friendly Quick Share feature to Pixel 10 phones last year.
iPhone 18 Pro Max Rumored to Deliver Next-Level Battery Life
The iPhone 18 Pro Max will feature a bigger battery for continued best-in-class battery life, according to a known Weibo leaker. Citing supply chain information, the Weibo user known as "Digital Chat Station" said that the iPhone 18 Pro Max will have a battery capacity of 5,100 to 5,200 mAh. Combined with the efficiency improvements of the A20 Pro chip, made with TSMC's 2nm process, the device could tout extremely impressive battery life.
Apple's iPhone 17E Is Near and It Needs More Than MagSafe
The launch of the next $600 iPhone might not follow last year's playbook.
iPhone 17e Reportedly Set to Launch This Month With 4 Major Upgrades
The phone is expected to retain the iPhone 16e's design while offering faster performance, MagSafe support, and improved Wi-Fi and Bluetooth connectivity.
Galaxy S26 Ultra strikes different poses in a high-def video leak
Galaxy S26 leaks keep coming, and the latest video leak showcases the upcoming Ultra phone in its gorgeous violet color.
New iPhone launching this month with four key changes: report
According to a new report today, Apple’s next iPhone is launching very soon. Macwelt reports that the iPhone 17e is...
Honor, Nothing, and Google Pixel were some of 2025’s fastest-growing phone brands
The 2025 smartphone market ended on a high note, acting as the calm before the storm with brands including Google...
NASA astronauts can now bring their phones with them on their mission to the moon
Get ready for some selfies that are out of this world.
Google hints at big AirDrop expansion for Android "very soon"
AirDrop came to the Pixel 10 last year, and more Android phones will join the party in 2026.
UW’s Seidel Named to DOE’s 21-Member Office of Science Advisory Commit
While a rancher may not be thinking about Einstein’s theory of relativity when using GPS to guide his tractor through a field or the proud owner of a new iPhone may not dwell over quantum mechanics, U
Google Gives Android Users the Best News on AirDrop Support
AirDrop for Android will arrive on other Android phones this year, not just Pixel devices. When Google surprisingly launched AirDrop support on the Pixel 10 last year, we sort of... #AirDrop #Android
An overclocked Snapdragon chip helps the Galaxy S26 Ultra beat the iPhone 17 Max in a benchmark
The global version of the Galaxy S26 appears to feature a special version of the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5.
What to Expect From the iPhone 18 Pro After the Latest Rumor Reversal
While the iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max are not expected to launch for another seven months or so, there are already plenty of rumors about the devices. It was initially reported that iPhone 18 Pro models would have fully under-screen Face ID, with only a front camera visible in the top-left corner of the screen. However, the latest rumors indicate that the devices will have only partially under-screen Face ID, which will result in a narrower Dynamic Island area.
NASA will finally allow astronauts to bring their iPhones to space
We are giving our crews the tools to capture special moments."
Qualcomm: Memory shortage may impact phone business for '6-8 quarters'
After eking out an earnings and revenue beat for its fiscal first quarter, Qualcomm stock (QCOM) is sinking on Thursday over its disappointing revenue outlook. CFRA Research senior vice president and equity analyst Angelo Zino — who has a Buy rating on the stock — examines the long-term impacts that the memory chip shortage may have on Qualcomm's PC and smartphone hardware businesses. To watch more expert insights and analysis on the latest market action, check out more Market Catalysts.
Google teases AirDrop support for more Android phones, ‘exciting’ announcements ‘very soon’
A Google VP is teasing that Android's Quick Share tool will be adding support for AirDrop on more phones in the not-too-distant future.
Newborn parties are scrambling Japanese politics
Though small, they have large megaphones
Volcano Watch — New Hawaii citizen science tool: Is Tephra Falling?
During Kīlauea summit lava fountaining episode 41, residents and visitors shared their observations of tephra falling via email, phone calls, and on social media. A new online tool, “Is Tephra Falling?” will allow people to share their observations in a more systematic way.
Asking Eric: Concern for friend’s mental health leads to blocking her online
The niece phoned her and said I made contact to “check up on her.” The anger from my friend “interfering in her life” was vitriolic.
Galaxy S26 Ultra pretty much confirmed to lag behind Pixel 10 and iPhone 17 in key area
Galaxy S26 Ultra will continue to skip a feature the iPhone has had since 2020.
Google finally announced the launch of the Pixel 10a
The Pixel 10a looks a lot like its predecessor in Google’s teaser.
Lockdown Mode prevented FBI from getting into reporter’s iPhone
After the FBI raided a Washington Post reporter’s home and seized multiple devices, Lockdown Mode prevented them from accessing her iPhone.
iPhone 17 Pro Max has the best battery life of 35 phones tested
Battery life tests carried out by CNET reveal that the iPhone 17 Pro Max has the best battery life of...