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Apple has quietly updated the way that users buy and configure Macs on the online Apple Store, giving customers a process that's closer to buying an iPhone or iPad.
Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold Phone quickly sells out online despite near $3,000 pricetag
The TriFold went on sale this morning in the U.S. It was out of stock within minutes.
Apple buys Israeli startup in its second-largest deal
Q.ai’s technology uses “facial skin micro movements” to enable communication without talking.
Google takes down an invisible network that was secretly using your phone's internet
Google wipes out IPIDEA botnet that hijacked millions of home routers.
Samsung Soldout Its $3,000 TriFold Phone in Minutes
Galaxy Z TriFold, the $2,899 foldable from Samsung, sells out in minutes. You probably missed it because you didn’t see the need to make a note on your calendar for a... #GalaxyZTriFold #Samsung
Samsung’s $2,900 Galaxy Z TriFold sells out in minutes despite offering no trade-ins
The price might be high, but the demand appears even higher.
Official Samsung Galaxy S26 series renders leak, putting to rest all the rumors
This is your best look yet at the upcoming Samsung Galaxy S26 phones.
The $2,900 Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold Phone Sells Out Online in Minutes
It might be shockingly expensive, but early signs suggest Samsung's phone with three screens is in demand.
I'm a Pro Photographer and Xiaomi's 17 Ultra Leica Phone Looks Amazing
Commentary: This phone packs some key camera upgrades that make it a contender for one of 2026's best camera phones.
Apple buys Israeli startup Q.AI as the AI race heats up
Apple announced its acquisition of Q.AI for a reported nearly $2 billion, making it the company's second-largest acquisition to date.
There won’t be a Nothing Phone 4 this year
CEO Carl Pei says there’s no new flaghip on the way, but teased improvements for the 4A series instead.
Samsung's leaked Galaxy Buds 4 and Buds 4 Pro prices could be a great sign for the Galaxy S26 series
Samsung's next earbuds will not increase the prices of their predecessors, which means the same could be true for the Galaxy S26 trio.
Galaxy S26 phones look sleek in new official-looking photos
A case listing reveals the official design of the Galaxy S26, S26+, and S26 Ultra.
'Halide' Co-Founder Sebastiaan de With Joins Apple's Design Team
Sebastiaan de With, co-founder of the popular iPhone camera app Halide, today announced that he has joined the Human Interface Design team at Apple. "So excited to work with the very best team in the world on my favorite products," he said. This marks a return to Apple for de With, who previously worked on things such as iCloud, MobileMe, and the Find My app. He has also completed design work for other companies, such as Sony, Mozilla, Oracle, HP, and EA, in the past.
Samsung releases first three Galaxy S26 Ultra trailers promoting its big new feature
All three leaked trailers focus on the hot new privacy feature for the Galaxy S26 Ultra.
Nothing Phone (4a) Pro surfaces with bigger battery as launch nears
The Nothing Phone (4a) Pro has surfaced ahead of its launch, with a bigger battery seemingly in tow for the device.
Burner phones and lead-lined bags: a history of UK security tactics in China
Starmer’s team is wary of spies but such fears are not new – with Theresa May once warned to get dressed under duvet
Google confirms ‘Take a Message’ microphone bug, disabling on old Pixel phones
For a small number of users, the Pixel Phone app’s “Take a Message” feature inadvertently sent audio to the caller...
Everyone wants to copy the iPhone Fold; Honor developing its own ‘wide’ foldable too
The Android world is bracing for the debut of the first foldable from Apple, expected to be the “iPhone Fold.”...
The Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold's Nearly $3,000 Price Might Unfold Your Whole Wallet
This double-folding phone will be the most expensive mainstream handset released in the US.
iOS 26.2.1—Update Now Warning Issued To Millions Of iPhone Users
Apple has released iOS 26.2.1, an important update that all iPhone users should apply now. Here's what you need to know.
Google Pixel’s Tensor chip said to help weather a rocky smartphone market in 2026
A new report forecasts the smartphone chipset market through 2026, and claims that Google’s efforts in building Tensor for Pixel...
Samsung teases new privacy feature to hide your Galaxy phone screen from onlookers
Samsung said that the upcoming feature will let you protect selected parts of the screen like notification popup area.
Moto G77 launches with a 108MP camera with 3x lossless zoom, 120Hz AMOLED display, and an IP64 rating
Motorola has grown its Moto G series line of smartphones with the launch of a new model. The new Moto G77 has a new camera, a bigger battery, and a brighter display than its predecessor, the Moto G75.
Leaker makes unlikely claim about improved iPhone 18 telephoto lens
A leaker better known for posting about Android smartphones has made a claim potentially pointing to improved telephoto performance in...
iPhone 18 Pro Could Feature Teleconverter Alongside Variable Aperture
Apple's rumored new variable aperture camera system for this year's iPhone 18 Pro models has reached the sampling stage, according to a new claim from a Chinese leaker. Posting on Weibo today, the account known as "Smart Pikachu" said the feature had entered late-stage engineering samples, while a teleconverter is also "under evaluation" for the device. The iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max are expected to launch in September 2026.
‘AI is the future’: UK launches state’s 1st Bachelor of Science in AI
From smartphones to self-driving cars, artificial intelligence (AI) is reshaping how the world works — and now, Kentucky students can be trained at the forefront of that transformation. The Stanley and Karen Pigman College of Engineering at the University of Kentucky has launched the Commonwealth’s first Bachelor of Science in AI. The undergraduate degree program, housed in the Department of Computer Science, will welcome its first class in Fall 2026.
The iPhone Air sold poorly, and now we know exactly what people hated about it
Not enough cameras? A single speaker? Poor thermals? Most of you think that the iPhone Air flopped because it fails to meet a number of expectations.
Why There's Simply No Need For An iPad Anymore
Apple may finally be releasing the iPhone Fold this year, as well as a MacBook with touchscreen capabilities, eliminating the need for an iPad.
Android phones are getting more anti-theft features
Google says Android devices will get new security features, like stronger authentication safeguards and enhanced recovery tools.
Galaxy S26 Ultra now rumored to embrace a display tech that only a few phones have
Rumor suggests the Galaxy S26 Ultra's display will cement its superiority over other flagships
The Samsung Galaxy Z Trifold will cost $2,900 in the US
Samsung's unique Galaxy Z Trifold smartphone goes on sale in the US on January 30.
iOS 26.2.1: Apple Suddenly Releases Surprise iPhone Update With Key Features And Fixes
Recently, it looked like a minor iPhone update was coming, but then it vanished without trace. Now, it’s just gone live.
Apple updates iOS 12 to extend support on older devices
Apple has released iOS 12.5.8 for a small group of older devices, to make sure they can continue using FaceTime and iMessage.
iPhone 5s Gets New Software Update 13 Years After Launch
Alongside iOS 26.2.1, Apple today released an updated version of iOS 12 for devices that are still running that operating system update, eight years after the software was first released. iOS 12.5.8 is available for the iPhone 5s and the iPhone 6, meaning Apple is continuing to support these devices for 13 and 12 years after launch, respectively. The iPhone 5s came out in September 2013, while the iPhone 6 launched in September 2014.
iOS 26.3 Adds Privacy Setting to Limit Carrier Location Tracking
With iOS 26.3, Apple is adding a new "limit precise location" setting that reduces the location data available to mobile networks to increase user privacy. Mobile networks determine location based on the cellular towers that a device connects to, but with the setting enabled, some of the data typically made available to mobile networks is being restricted.
iOS 26.3 adds new feature to limit location data shared with your carrier
In a new support document today, Apple details a new iOS 26.3 feature exclusive to devices with an Apple modem:...
Will the Mac ever get Face ID? This latest rumor is a good sign
Face ID has been part of the iPhone for close to a decade, and the iPad for nearly as long—but...
Trump strikes a positive tone on Tim Walz after phone call with the Minnesota governor
Trump's post marks a noticeable shift in the way he’s referred to Walz, whom he's repeatedly criticized for not cooperating with his administration.
Google settles privacy lawsuit for $68m over voice assistant
Tech company denied illegally recording and circulating private conversations to send phone users targeted ads
Apple iPhone 18 Pro’s Biggest Visual Redesign In Years Revealed In New Leak
This fall’s flagship iPhone could have a strikingly different design, according to a new report.
iPhone Air 2 Rumored To Feature A Customized Version Of Face ID That’s Thinner To Overcome The Internal Space Limitations And Add A Second Rear Camera
The iPhone Air was already exceptionally thin to begin win, so Apple is rumored to resort to thinner Face ID on the iPhone Air 2 to add a second camera
This San Francisco phone lets you call a Texas Republican
Calls between strangers are revealing how small talk can bridge big political gaps.
Samsung, if You Add This to the Galaxy S26 Ultra, I'd Be Eternally Grateful
Commentary: I've tested phones for 14 years, and I've got a few ideas on how Samsung can improve its next phone.
Two display features that will supercharge the Galaxy S26 Ultra viewing experience
Samsung makes some of the best smartphone displays, and the Galaxy S26 Ultra is expected to offer two features not seen on other devices.
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra Release Dates, Pre-Orders And The Alternatives
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra release date is not the only important date for this flagship. The Galaxy Unpacked launch will have to deal with new Pixels, iPhones and MWC.
Sleep-tracking devices have limits. Experts want users to know what they are
Millions of people rely on phone apps and wearable devices like rings, smartwatches and sensors to monitor how well they're sleeping, but these trackers don't necessarily measure sleep directly.
'Your eyes don't lie.' Trump, ICE, a death and a turning point
In an era of smartphones, Americans don't have to believe federal officials or journalists. They can watch what happened for themselves.
Apple will reportedly unveil its Gemini-powered Siri assistant in February
We’re about to get our first real look at the results of the recently announced AI partnership between Apple and Google.
Google adding blur to Android 17’s system UI on Pixel
Google is following last year’s Material 3 Expressive redesign on phones by introducing significantly more blur across Android 17.
Scientists Just Created Tiny Earthquakes Inside a Microchip
Engineers have learned how to create tiny earthquakes on a microchip—and it could change how smartphones are built.
Want a Galaxy S25 Ultra for Cheap? Buy a Galaxy S24 Ultra Instead
Commentary: Last year's Galaxy S24 Ultra is an impressive phone and costs half as much as the most recent model. Here's how they compare.
iPhone users begin to receive payouts from $95 million Siri privacy settlement
Early last year, Apple agreed to settle a class action lawsuit regarding ‘unlawful and intentional recording’ of conversations with Siri....
US Health Department Pauses About $5 Billion in State Public Health Grants, Bloomberg News Reports
Jan 24 (Reuters) - The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services has sent notices to states and partners pausing public health grants that add up to about $5 billion, Bloomberg News reported on Saturday, citing an email. Reuters could not immediately verify the report. (Reporting ...
Samsung drops Galaxy S26 Ultra bombshell
On the surface, it’s business as usual. Behind the curtain, it’s not.
iPhone 17E Release Date, Price, and Specs
Apple's reportedly releasing a lower-priced iPhone 17, and it might offer notable improvements over last year's iPhone 16E.
Things I never travel without, from woman who's been to all 50 states
As a frequent traveler, noise-canceling headphones, a notebook, electrolyte packets, and a tripod are some of the things I never travel without.
Samsung Galaxy S26: Rumored features that might make me switch
I've been an iPhone user for a long time, but these features could make me defect from Apple-land.
iOS 27 sounds like exactly what the iPhone needs right now
Apple will unveil iOS 27 at WWDC in June, and rumors are already painting a clear picture: it sounds like...
Apple turning to Intel for future iPhone chips, analyst reaffirms
Multiple reports have indicated that Apple is turning to Intel for future iPhone chips. Now, analyst Jeff Pu is out...
iPhone 17e May Not Suffer The Same Price Hike Fate As Apple’s Competitors As Company Is Rumored To Have Achieved A Supply Chain Efficiency Boost
Apple is rumored to have achieved a supply chain boost efficiency for the iPhone 17e, resulting in the device avoiding a potential price hike
Beware: New Android malware uses AI to sneakily commit ad fraud on your phone
But it's not even the worst part
iPhone 18 Pro: Leaker Reveals Alleged Size of Smaller Dynamic Island
For now, rumors have settled on the iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max featuring a smaller Dynamic Island, and now a leaker has revealed its alleged size. iPhone 18 Pro with a smaller Dynamic Island (mockup via Ice Universe) The account "Ice Universe" today claimed the Dynamic Island cutout on the iPhone 18 Pro models will be approximately 35% narrower than it is on the iPhone 17 Pro models.
Jack Smith defends decision to obtain SC Sen. Lindsey Graham’s phone records and other GOP lawmakers
Former special counsel Jack Smith said obtaining SC GOP Sen. Lindsey Graham’s phone records was routine and driven by evidence in the Trump investigation.
Substack launches a TV app
The move comes as Substack has been investing more heavily in video and livestreaming, as it looks to compete with platforms like YouTube and Patreon for both creators and viewers.
Craig Federighi rejected feature that would use AI to design your iPhone's home screen: report
A new report from The Information today dives into the current structure of Apple’s AI organization, now overseen by Craig...
Rare bug with Pixel Phone app ‘Take a Message’ could leak your audio to callers
A small number of Pixel users have encountered an issue where “Take a Message” is sending their audio to the caller.
City of San Antonio looking into 911 mental health option
The city, Southwest Texas Regional Advisory Council, and the Center for Health Care Services are exploring a pilot program to help triage the mental health calls that come through the 911 system, possibly handling “low-acuity” calls over the phone, without having to dispatch emergency response.
The new Siri chatbot may run on Google servers, not Apple's
Nestled in Bloomberg’s reporting earlier on Apple’s plans to revamp Siri as a chatbot with iOS 27, was an interesting...
Millions of people imperiled through sign-in links sent by SMS
Even well-known services with millions of users are exposing sensitive data.
Apple plans to make Siri an AI chatbot, report says
Siri could look more like ChatGPT than its current state as an integrated feature across Apple products.
12 Samsung Galaxy phones now secure with January 2026 update
Samsung has pushed the January 2026 security update for 12 more Galaxy phones. This update makes the phones secure and helps them run more smoothly. Samsung started the rollout earlier this month and is now adding more Galaxy A, M, and XCover models to the list. These devices include Galaxy A05, Galaxy A07, Galaxy A14, […]
Apple to revamp Siri as a built-in chatbot, Bloomberg News reports
Apple plans to revamp Siri later this year by turning the digital assistant into the company's first artificial intelligence chatbot, Bloomberg News reported on Wednesday. The chatbot, code named Campos, will be embedded deeply into the iPhone, iPad and Mac operating systems and will replace the current Siri interface, the report said, citing people familiar with the plan. Siri's revamp is a crucial part of Apple's strategy to catch up to its Big Tech peers in the AI race after its initial "Apple Intelligence" rollout in 2024 met with lukewarm reception.
Apple Developing AI Wearable Pin
Apple is developing an AI-powered wearable pin the size of an AirTag that is equipped with multiple cameras, a speaker, microphones and wireless charging, according to people with direct knowledge of the project. The device could be released as early as 2027, they said. Such a product would ...
Apple to Revamp Siri as a Built-In iPhone, Mac Chatbot to Fend Off OpenAI
Apple Inc. plans to revamp Siri later this year by turning the digital assistant into the company’s first artificial intelligence chatbot, thrusting the iPhone maker into a generative AI race dominated by OpenAI and Google.
NexPhone puts Android smartphone, Windows Phone and Windows 11 PC in one device
The NexPhone is finally here. 14 years after the original announcement, the unusual smartphone is expected to be shipped to customers later this year. The NexPhone runs on both Android and Windows 11 out of the box and might even be able to replace a desktop PC.
Google Photos adds a sticker locker just to remind Android users what they’re missing
Google Photos now organizes custom stickers into Collections on iOS, but Android users are still left waiting for the feature.
Cellphone health risks in focus of new government study: 'Very concerned'
A cell phone radiation health study has been launched by the HHS to investigate whether electromagnetic radiation from phones and cell towers could harm Americans.
DJI’s Mic Mini is a big upgrade over your phone’s mic, and it’s on sale for $60
That’s its best price to date.
NexDock is building a new Windows phone that you can buy in 2026 — Meet the NexPhone with Windows 11
NexPhone is NexDock's first smartphone that runs Android, Linux, and Windows 11. The device is expected to go on sale later this year for $549.
This midrange Android phone also runs Windows and Linux
2026: the year of Linux on your phone.
iPhone 18 Rumored to Feature Much Brighter Display
Apple's iPhone 18 will feature a significantly brighter display, according to a Chinese leaker. In a new post on Weibo, the user known as "Instant Digital" said that Chinese supplier BOE has little hope of making panels for the iPhone 18 because Apple's brightness requirements for the next-generation device are unprecedentedly high. This suggests that the iPhone 18's display will see a considerable leap forward in terms of brightness.
What to expect at Samsung Galaxy Unpacked 2026
Samsung's next Unpacked event is rumored to be happening in February and will feature the launch of the company's Galaxy S26 phones.
iPhone 18 Pro Dynamic Island confusion now appears resolved
There’s been considerable confusion about the fate of the iPhone 18 Pro Dynamic Island, with conflicting claims about the position...
Leaked Galaxy S26 Ultra images provide a realistic look at Samsung's next flagship
This is what Samsung's next phone might look like.
Galaxy S26 Ultra color lineup looks pretty boring, and didn’t even copy iPhone orange
New leaks have revealed the likely lineup for Samsung’s Galaxy S26 Ultra colors, and it sounds pretty tame. Leaker Evan...
OnePlus phones are reportedly no more as Oppo pulls the plug on the company
Things are looking dire.
OnePlus update starts bricking phones when you try to install older software
OnePlus has implemented new anti-rollback methods in OxygenOS, forcing users to stay on the latest software versions with no way...
TSMC Rumored To Remove Apple’s Priority Shipment Status From Their Partnership, As iPhone Maker No Longer The Biggest Revenue Contributor To Its Foundry Partner
A new rumor claims that Apple has fallen out of favor with TSMC as the technology giant is no longer the top revenue maker for its foundry partner
Ring a Republican: Payphones linking San Francisco and Texas aim to bridge US political divides
A Matter Neuroscience project lets callers in liberal San Francisco and conservative Abilene speak across party lines
Realme teases new phone with 10,001 mAh battery following questionable Oppo merger
Realme has started showing off the Realme P4 Power, a new smartphone with an absolutely massive 10,001 mAh battery that’s...
Latest iPhone 18 Pro Leak Corroborated by Respected Former Analyst
Respected veteran display analyst Ross Young has added his support to a new leak today about the iPhone 18 Pro's front-panel design. In a new post on X (Twitter), the now-retired Counterpoint Research VP said that Chinese leaker Instant Digital's latest explanation of how Apple will shrink the Dynamic Island is what he was alluding to in a report last year.
Will an iPhone Air 2 launch this year? Here's the likely reality
Leaker Fixed Focus Digital gained credibility for being one of the first to report the iPhone 16e naming, and continues...
iPhone Air to Get Minor Refresh This Year, Claims Leaker
Apple will launch a second-generation iPhone Air this year, despite reports that it has been delayed until 2027, according to the Weibo leaker known as Fixed Focus Digital. Doubling down on a similar claim they made late last year, the leaker says feedback coming from the production line still suggests that the iPhone Air 2 will launch in the fall – presumably alongside the iPhone 18 Pro models and a rumored foldable iPhone.
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Hours after a new rumor backed up claims the iPhone 18 Pro's Dynamic Island would be small and moved to the left, an exasperated leaker says no.
iPhone 18 Pro Leak: Smaller Dynamic Island, No Top-Left Camera Cutout
Over the last few months, rumors around the iPhone 18 Pro's front-panel design have been conflicted, with some supply-chain leaks pointing to under-display Face ID, reports suggesting a top-left hole-punch camera, and debate over whether the familiar Dynamic Island will shrink, shift, or disappear entirely. Today, Weibo-based leaker Instant Digital shared new details and imagery that appear to clarify the situation.