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A phone on SF's Valencia Street aims to address the political divide through conversation
A social experiment is underway on the streets of San Francisco, aimed at connecting a country that at times seems so far apart. It all starts with picking up the phone.
How to take pictures of the Northern Lights with Google Pixel and other Android phones
The Northern Lights are the most visible they've been in decades, and you can capture it with a picture from Android or Google Pixel phones.
U.S. Department of Health and Human Services launching study on cellphone radiation
Study builds on Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr’s claims linking them to both cancer and neurological damage
Asus confirms its smartphone business is on indefinite hiatus
Asus chairman Jonney Shih sees AI applications as the company's main focus going forward.
Asus confirms its smartphone business is on indefinite hiatus
Asus chairman Jonney Shih sees AI applications as the company's main focus going forward.
Honor’s latest phone rips off the iPhone Air, and it’s not even as thin
Honor's latest phone looks more like every iPhone rolled into one than it does a successor to its own design language.
iPhone 18 Pro may hide Face ID under the display, but one big question remains
A report says iPhone 18 Pro could get under-display Face ID and a more efficient screen, but the Dynamic Island’s fate is still unclear.
Reports of ad-supported Xbox game streams show Microsoft's lack of imagination
Xbox maker needs some fresher ideas for expanding access to cloud gaming.
AT&T class action alleges business customers billed for disconnected services
A new class action lawsuit alleges AT&T improperly billed its business customers for telephone services that were suspended, disconnected or terminated.
iPhone 18 Pro: Under-Screen Face ID, LTPO+ Display, Dynamic Island Debate Continues
While most sources in the Apple rumor scene agree that the iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max will feature under-screen Face ID, there continues to be conflicting rumors about how that change might impact the Dynamic Island. In a post on social media platform X today, the account "ShrimpApplePro" claimed that the Dynamic Island will be "shorter" on the iPhone 18 Pro models, as a result of some Face ID components moving under the screen.
Asus confirms it will ‘no longer’ make Android smartphones as it shifts focus to AI
Asus has reiterated that it will “no longer” be making “new” Android smartphones with its focus shifting towards the market...
iPhone 18 Pro selfie camera and Dynamic Island may be top-left
One of the biggest visual changes we’re expecting with this year’s iPhone 18 Pro is a punch-hole selfie camera, with...
Prosser: iPhone 18 Pro Dynamic Island Moving to Top-Left Corner
Apple's iPhone 18 Pro models will have a front camera cutout in the top-left corner of the screen alongside a new under-display Face ID system, which will see the Dynamic Island software feature relocated to the same corner. That's according to the latest YouTube video from Front Page Tech's Jon Prosser.
ASM International Logs Strong Orders as China Business, Advanced Tech Pick Up
Orders climbed to roughly €800 million in the fourth quarter on strong demand from producers of integrated circuits that power smartphones and other devices.
No one cares about Android accessories, but is that finally changing?
Smartphone accessories aren’t just add-ons, they’re a huge part of the experience of using and owning your device. But, for...
Apple Intelligence Siri is over a year late, but that might be a good thing
Apple Intelligence-powered Siri is very late, to say the least. That’s largely been because Apple has struggled to keep up...
Minimalist phones are finally worth buying, and it's all thanks to this one change
You can de-Google your life without making hard sacrifices
ASUS goes "all in AI" and stops new smartphones, Chairman Jonney Shih confirms
ASUS to stop launching new smartphones as company goes all in on AI ASUS chairman Jonney Shih says the company will stop adding new smartphone models and
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra colors basically confirmed after promising new leak
These are most likely the finalized new colors for the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra.
Matt Damon says Netflix wants plot repeated 3 or 4 times in movies for viewers watching while on their phones
While promoting his new Netflix movie, Matt Damon said the streamer 'standard way to make an action movie' in light of people watching while on their phones.
MediaTek’s Upcoming Dimensity 9600 Chip Is Likely To Be Quite Popular Among Chinese Flagship Smartphones
A number of smartphone OEMs are likely to turn to the Dimensity 9600 as a viable contender to the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 6-series chips.
5 Android Phones More Powerful Than The Samsung Galaxy S25
Samsung's Galaxy S25 offers some of the best performance specs of any 2025 Android, but a new processor has come out that has other options outperforming it.
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is reportedly getting a camera upgrade that transcends the annual monotony
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra will take much more natural-looking photos, despite its lack of an upgraded sensor.
How to avoid the iPhone’s notorious ‘silent alarm’ bug
Slept in too long? A silent alarm may be to blame.
Apple iPhone 18 Pro: Render video reveals all new features in three colors
Aside from the first iPhone Fold, this year will see only two regular new iPhone models for the first time: the iPhone 18 Pro and the iPhone 18 Pro Max. The new features of the iPhone 17 Pro successors already appear to be set in stone and are nicely visualized in a recent render video.
I replaced my compulsive scrolling with these apps — and my attention span actually recovered
This is the story of how I fixed my attention span
Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 6 Pro’s High Price Isn’t Discouraging Qualcomm’s Partners, As Top Five Android Phone Makers Are Expected To Adopt The 2nm SoC In Their Flagships
The Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 6 is going to be an expensive chipset, but that isn’t deterring Qualcomm’s partners as the top 5 companies will add it in their flagships
How to Take a Phone-Free Vacation
Five getaways, and other tips for disengaging on holiday.
Health department to launch study on cellphone radiation
The FDA also took down old webpages saying cellphones are not dangerous.
Sony, Anker, and other headphones have a serious Google Fast Pair security vulnerability
It’s a good time to make sure your wireless headphones are updated.
Trump’s Recent Outreach to Democrats Could Be a Big Deal
Plus, the president was warned an attack on Iran might not topple the regime, the race to be Fed chair and RFK Jr. shifts advice on cellphone radiation.
I'm not sure Animal Crossing: New Horizons' busted megaphone and other Switch 2 bits are worth £4.19, but 3.0's a welcome nudge back into Nintendo's lovely world
I cannot begin to tell you how much I was looking forward to hoisting megaphone and bellowing insults at Chops from hal…
The Minneapolis mayor ‘grabbed the megaphone’ and told ICE to leave his city. Trump doubled down instead
Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey delivered a stern message one week ago to federal agents following the deadly shooting of a Minnesota woman who was protesting their efforts to round up immigrants in the state. “Get the f**k out of Minneapolis,” Frey said.
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Analyst Jeff Pu has provided a short spec sheet for the iPhone 18 Pro, iPhone 18 Pro Max, and iPhone Fold due in September, which corroborates several previous rumors.
US Health Department to Launch Study on Cellphone Radiation
Jan 15 (Reuters) - The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services will launch a study on cellphone radiation, a department spokesman said on Thursday, building on Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr's criticism linking them to neurological damage and cancer. Last year, the department said 22 ...
Exclusive | RFK Jr.’s Health Department Is Studying Health Effects of Cellphones
Government webpages saying cellphones aren’t dangerous have been quietly removed.
iOS 26.3 Update Set To Improve Hundreds Of Millions Of iPhones
In a few weeks, the next major iPhone update will land. And the latest beta reveals an important change is on its way which could radically change messaging.
Apple Adjusts Trade-In Values for iPhones, Macs, and More
Apple today updated its trade-in values for select iPhone, iPad, Mac, and Apple Watch models. Trade-ins can be completed on Apple's website, or at an Apple Store. The charts below provide an overview of Apple's current and previous trade-in values in the United States, according to the company's website. Most of the values declined slightly, but some of the Mac values increased.
Secure Android and iPhone RCS messaging just got a big step closer
In Apple's second iOS 26.3 beta, a leaker found code related to the company's work on bringing E2EE to RCS chats.
This long-due Android 16 Advanced Protection feature is ready for rollout
First look at Intrusion Logging
Researchers reveal “WhisperPair” attack to eavesdrop on Google Fast Pair headphones
Even Google's own earbuds are vulnerable to the Fast Pair hack.
My 2026 Headphones Forecast Might Surprise You, but It's an Open Secret
CES 2026 was a little light on new headphones, but several open earbuds were announced, as companies bet that more people will transition away from noise-isolating buds to open designs.
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Google is finally tackling Android’s Do Not Disturb problem
System-wide DND syncing in development
Hundreds of Millions of Audio Devices Need a Patch to Prevent Wireless Hacking and Tracking
Flaws in how 17 models of headphones and speakers use Google’s one-tap Fast Pair Bluetooth protocol have left devices open to eavesdroppers and stalkers.
iPhone 17e to Gain Dynamic Island But Display Still Stuck at 60Hz
Apple's upcoming iPhone 17e will feature a Dynamic Island instead of a notch at the top of the screen, but unlike the rest of the iPhone 17 lineup, the display itself will still refresh at 60Hz, according to a known Weibo leaker. Apple made major improvements to the iPhone 17's display last year, introducing ProMotion display technology with up to a 120Hz refresh rate, similar to recent iPhone Pro models.
RCS texting between Galaxy phones and iPhones could improve soon
Apple could be working on bringing RCS Universal Profile 3.0 to iPhones with an update, which could improve RCS texting with Galaxy phones.
Google is exploring a much better way to build batteries into phones
Less glue = easier repairs.
Android 16 QPR3 Beta 2 Just Released for Pixel Phones
Google has released Android 16 QPR3 Beta 2 for all of its still-supported Pixel phones, tablets, and foldables. After releasing Android 16 QPR2 to stable in December... #Android16 #AndroidBeta
Coaching Carousel: Giants Willing to Offer John Harbaugh 'Almost Anything He Wants'
The Giants are "going for broke" in their attempt to land John Harbaugh, a team source told FOX Sports' Ralph Vacchiano. Here's an inside look at the Giants' pursuit to land him, including a phone call from Brian Daboll.
Nothing will raise smartphone prices in 2026 due to RAM shortages, Carl Pei confirms
Unsurprisingly, Nothing isn't immune to current market conditions, and it's bound to mean more expensive smartphones in 2026.
Apple's Foldable iPhone Rumored to Be Built With Liquid Metal and Improved Titanium
Apple is planning to use advanced liquid metal and improved titanium alloys for its first foldable iPhone, according to new supply-chain information. According to the Korean Naver user known as "yeux1122," citing a material company source, the hinge used in Apple's first foldable iPhone will be made from liquid metal, an "amorphous" material Apple has been exploring for over 15 years.
New Leak Reveals iPhone 18 Pro Display Sizes, Under-Screen Face ID, and More
While the iPhone 18 Pro models are still around nine months away, a leaker has shared some alleged details about the devices. In a post on Chinese social media platform Weibo this week, the account Digital Chat Station said the iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone 18 Pro Max will have the same 6.3-inch and 6.9-inch display sizes as the iPhone 17 Pro and iPhone 17 Pro Max. Consistent with previous rumors, the leaker claimed that both of the models will have a breakthrough new feature: under-screen Face ID.
Leaker details iPhone 18 lineup screen sizes, Dynamic Island plans
We’re eight months away from the iPhone 18 being unveiled, and a reputable Weibo leaker has detailed screen sizes and more for the lineup.
Samsung upgrades 2 budget Galaxy phones to January 2026 security patch
Samsung has upgraded two more Galaxy devices to the January 2026 security patch. These two devices are the Galaxy M53 and Galaxy A06 4G. The update improves system security and stability to provide a better Galaxy experience. The Galaxy A06 4G has received the January 2026 security patch based on One UI 8 in Thailand, […]
New Galaxy S26 series rumor brings some much-needed good news for Samsung's 'base' flagship
Previously expected to match its predecessor in a key department, the "vanilla" Galaxy S26 is now tipped for a major upgrade.
iPhone 18 Display Sizes Sizes Shared By Tipster, Claims All Models Are In The Prototype Production Phase, With The ‘Pro’ Models Being Tested With Under-Display Face ID
A new rumor provides display size information of all iPhone 18 models while also claiming that the ‘Pro’ lineup will sport under-display Face ID
This new Google Photos feature could be great for your phone battery (APK teardown)
Photos could soon limit frequent backups to reduce power consumption.
iPhone 18 and iPhone Air 2 display specs leak, proving the exciting rumors true
As the iPhone 18 enters the sample production stage, the exciting rumors about the iPhone 18 Pro are seemingly being proven true.
The five new gadgets I tried and loved at CES 2026 (that you can buy right now)
From smartglasses to nano phone chargers, these futuristic products from the Consumer Electronics Show are available right away
iOS 26.3 Hints at Improved iPhone-to-Android Texting Coming Soon
Starting with the iOS 26.3 beta, Apple appears to be laying the groundwork for carriers to be able to support end-to-end encryption (E2EE) for RCS messages, and that news could actually have even bigger implications for the Messages app on the iPhone.
The Galaxy S26 Plus' latest rumors got me asking: where's the Plus, exactly?
It's not to be found in the battery compartment, I can tell you that much.
Apple rolls out Creator Studio to boost services push, adds AI features
Apple on Tuesday unveiled Apple Creator Studio, a new subscription bundle of professional creative software priced at $12.99 a month or $129 a year, as the iPhone maker steps up its push into paid services for creators, students and professionals. The company has used its services business, which includes its Apple Music and iCloud services, to drive growth in recent years, helping counter slower hardware growth and generate recurring revenue. Apple Creator Studio bundles some of the company's best-known creative tools into a single subscription, including Final Cut Pro, Logic Pro and Pixelmator Pro across Mac and iPad.
Apple Introduces New 'Creator Studio' Bundle of Apps for $129 Per Year
Apple today introduced a new Creator Studio bundle that offers access to six creative apps, and premium features in iWork apps, for $12.99 per month or $129 per year. Apple Creator Studio includes access to Final Cut Pro, Logic Pro, and Pixelmator Pro on the Mac and iPad, as well as Motion, Compressor, and MainStage on the Mac. Plus, it unlocks premium AI features and content across the iWork apps Keynote, Pages, and Numbers across the iPhone, iPad, and Mac, and later in the Freeform app.
Trump picks up the phone and calls Sen. Elizabeth Warren
The unlikely conversation came after years of antipathy between the two politicians, including the president’s derogatory use of the nickname “Pocahontas” to describe her.
AI Pushback: Governments Eye Action on Political Ads, Deepfakes
New York Gov. Kathy Hochul wants to ban AI-generated images from state politics. Canada may restrict “deepfakes” after the uproar over Grok “undressing” photos. New Jersey restricts phone use in schools. Vermont beer-makers are struggling. As we mention here regularly, Decision Points primarily ...
Autistic Barbie joins Mattel diversity and inclusion line
New autistic Barbie includes fidget spinner, noise-canceling headphones and articulated joints, and was designed with Autistic Self Advocacy Network input.
From Borges to Jennifer Aniston: Science begins to illuminate the mysteries of memory
How do cell phones affect our memories? What percentage of them are imagined? A group of neuroscientists is trying to unravel the secrets of one of the brain’s most common and least understood functions
Google Photos may finally add a long-awaited video playback feature
Google Photos could soon allow users to adjust the video playback speed, and even allow date separators to be toggled off for a cleaner view.
The friendship secret: why socialising could help you live longer
Neuroscientist Ben Rein is on a mission to show that being around others not only feels good, but can even improve recovery from strokes, cancer and heart attacks. So why are so many of us isolated and glued to our phones?
Galaxy S26 with Exynos 2600 makes first Geekbench appearance
For the first time, Samsung’s upcoming Galaxy S26 has surfaced on Geekbench with the Exynos 2600 processor. The first listing alone revealed the phone’s graphics capabilities, backed by Samsung Xclipse 960 GPU. This listing is important because it’s the first time the company’s latest in-house AP is featured in a real device. The company has […]
Apple Confirms iPhone Attacks—No Fix For Most Users
Hundreds of millions of iPhones now at risk from new attacks. Users must upgrade now.
I can't believe I used my Google Pixel without this productivity tool for this long
The secret to 10x productivity
Tories would ban under-16s from social media, says Badenoch
Opposition leader says a future Conservative government would ban phones in schools, as teachers’ union also backs social media ban
Apple Issues Major Warning to 800 Million iPhone Users
The Apple iPhone is the most popular mobile phone line in the United States and one of the most popular series of devices in the world with an estimated 1.6 billion iPhone users across the globe. Unfortunately, many of those users are now at risk. Over the past few weeks, Apple has been issuing a ...
Samsung Confirms New Options For Android Users After Gmail Issues
Decision time for Android users as Google’s AI completely takes over your smartphone.
Samsung's Galaxy S26 series release date may have just been etched in stone
It's a little later than we all expected a while ago, but mostly in line with the most recent speculation.
Brick device digital detox is the new Dry January for Gen Z
Americans are drinking less, making Dry January old-fashioned. Brick, a device that lets you block apps on your phone, is the hot new digital detox.
Review: Samsung’s new phone looks straight out of science fiction
LAS VEGAS, Nev. — For years, sci-fi shows have depicted futuristic computers with shapeshifting screens that can fold or expand depending on the situation. ...
The Clicks co-founder explains who its tiny Communicator phone is for
Clicks is taking a swing at entering the mobile phone market.
Google Photos may finally let you choose when your pictures are backed up
Google Photos is getting a touch of Expressive UI and a long-requested feature.
Apple Releases A Further Surprise iPhone Update For Millions Of Users
There’s a new test update for the iPhone which nobody saw coming.
You can break apart and share this 10K power bank like a KitKat bar
Two people can charge their phones using Nimble’s new Champ Stack 10K without being tethered to a single power bank.
iPhone Air 2 could get two of the most requested feature upgrades
Apple may have fixes coming for iPhone Air 2 that address two major concerns with the first model. Here are the details.
Samsung Confirms New Options For Android Users After Gmail Issues
Decision time for Android users as Google’s AI completely takes over your smartphone.
iPhone Fold to Pave Way for Thinner, Brighter Display on iPhone Air 2
The iPhone Fold will be the first Apple device to adopt a Samsung-made OLED technology called CoE (Color Filter on Encapsulation), which could make the display brighter and thinner than previous panels, reports The Elec. In a traditional OLED panel, a polarizing film sits above the display to cut reflections and improve contrast. The drawback is that this film also absorbs some of the OLED's own light, reducing brightness and efficiency.
Android will soon let you set a calling card for yourself
Finally gaining parity with Apple's Contact Poster
Samsung’s Galaxy S26 trio may actually look like this
Newly surfaced renders show what could be the final design of Samsung’s Galaxy S26 phones. A reliable leaker today shared an image on X, which show major difference from what we’ve seen in CAD renders in the past. Ice Universe is not pulling any punches this time. The tone of the leak matters as much […]
The Moto G Power (2026) is now available in the US
You can already grab it from a handful of places. Motorola unveiled the Moto G Power (2026) back in mid-December, and today the phone has become available...
Google Fi starts selling its first 5G tablet
Following phones and watches, the Google Fi store is getting its first tablet with the Samsung Galaxy Tab A11+ 5G....
Leaked test results from Galaxy S26 Ultra's new 60W charging fail to impress
The outgoing S25 Ultra only supports 45W wired charging - 60W is the first upgrade on Samsung phones in a while. Internal testing has shown that Samsung...
Hands on with a prototype of Clicks' Communicator, a new BlackBerry-like smartphone
TechCrunch goes hands-on at the CES 2025 show with the new Clicks Communicator, a new Android smartphone with a physical keyboard.
Samsung's low-cost Galaxy A17 5G and Galaxy Tab A11+ 5G are finally starting their US rollouts
Despite their tardy releases, these new Galaxy A-series mid-rangers look pretty compelling.
Florida drivers can’t hold their phones on the road, new bill says
A hands-free driving bill is refiled ahead of the legislative 2026 Session.
Leaker suggests future iPhones could get multispectral cameras
Weibo leaker Digital Chat Station suggests that future iPhones may get multispectral camera sensors. While this could, in theory, provide improved color...
Hidden in storage, a University of Utah research associate happened upon the only known copy of this ‘revolutionary’ software
It took careful work to recover the UNIX V4 operating system from the 9-track magnetic tape. The software is foundational for most devices used today, including iPhones.
Why staying focused is harder than ever and what science can tell us about it
From phone notifications and flashing alerts to crowded screens and busy workspaces, modern life is full of visual distractions competing for our attention. A Rice psychologist is investigating how irrelevant visual information interferes with our ability to stay on task and why certain distractions slow us down more than others.
Apple Reportedly Exploring Multispectral Imaging for Future iPhones
Apple is exploring multispectral imaging technology for future iPhone cameras that could improve Visual Intelligence, enhance material detection, and boost image processing, according to a new supply chain rumor out of China. In a post on Weibo, leaker Digital Chat Station said Apple is currently evaluating components related to multispectral imaging within the supply chain, but cautioned that formal testing has not yet begun, suggesting the technology remains at an exploratory stage.