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Pixel 10a hands-on: Peak design, peaked specs
Google today fully detailed and opened pre-orders for its 2026 A-Series phone. The Pixel 10a is my platonic ideal of a smartphone.
Samsung phones finally getting a new Google Play System update
Select Samsung Galaxy smartphones and tablets are getting a new Google Play System update, which is dated January 1, 2026.
Google Pixel ‘Project Toscana’ reportedly upgrades face unlock hardware, compares to iPhone Face ID
Biometrics are a core part of any smartphone nowadays, and Google Pixel is one of the few brands that balances...
Smartphone App Successfully Supports First-Time Moms
By Dennis Thompson HealthDay ReporterTUESDAY, Feb. 17, 2026 (HealthDay News) — First-time moms are facing a potentially overwhelming amount of stress, caring for their new baby while also managing their own recovery from pregnancy and birth. But a new smartphone app can provide them much-needed ...
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.
Samsung says the Galaxy S26 isn't a smartphone, and that's a dangerous gamble
Rebranding the word smartphone is a bold move
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.
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.
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...
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
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.
I've been using Android for a decade, and I just found its best productivity feature
It'a available on almost all Android phones
Trump T1 smartphone re-emerges with new specs and higher price
It's possibly coming this spring.
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.
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...
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.
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...
Foldable iPhone Design Leak Reveals You'll Need To Relearn How To Use Your Phone
Based on the latest foldable iPhone leaks, you might need to relearn how to use Apple's smartphone if you plan on upgrading this fall.
iPhone Fold Battery Size Revealed In Latest Rumor, With The Capacity Expected To Be The Largest That Apple Has Even Used In Its Smartphone Lineup
A tipster has shared the alleged battery capacity belonging to the iPhone Fold, and it will be larger than the iPhone 17 Pro Max’s cell
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...
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...
‘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 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.
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.
'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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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...
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.
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...
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...
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
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.
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
This long-due Android 16 Advanced Protection feature is ready for rollout
First look at Intrusion Logging
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.
This new Google Photos feature could be great for your phone battery (APK teardown)
Photos could soon limit frequent backups to reduce power consumption.
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.
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 Confirms New Options For Android Users After Gmail Issues
Decision time for Android users as Google’s AI completely takes over your smartphone.
Android will soon let you set a calling card for yourself
Finally gaining parity with Apple's Contact Poster
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.
Motorola just announced a foldable phone to rival Samsung and Google at CES
Motorola just announced the Razr Fold at CES 2026. This is the company's first foldable smartphone.
CES 2026: Hyperkin and Gamesir made a modular game controller for your smartphone, tablet and even your Switch
The X5 Alteron may be the world's first fully modular mobile games controller, with swap-out button arrays and sticks.
Tricorder Tech For Everyone: NASA's STELLA Open Science Instrument
Keith’s note: NASA has just authored a paper on a new way for people with a wide variety of interests to use – and build – sensor technology that is a preview of the devices we will use to explore other planets. How will we develop these instruments – sensors, tricorders, scanners, smartphones – call them what you will is now underway at NASA. There is a vibrant citizen science […]
Belkin’s new HDMI adapter wirelessly connects to screens over 130 feet away
Connect your laptop, tablet, or smartphone to TVs and projectors without a wire or Wi-Fi network.
Are Samsung Phones Better Than Google? What Consumer Reports Data Says
Between two flagships, both Samsung and Google were rated excellently by Consumer Reports for this year's smartphones. Here's why Samsung's offering is better.
Clicks is bringing its first smartphone and a new keyboard to CES 2026
Clicks has unveiled its first smartphone at CES 2026, along with a new keyboard.
Clicks is making a magnetic keyboard that slides out from Pixel 10 and any other phone
The Clicks Keyboard case that revived the experience of using a physical keyboard for modern smartphones is now coming to,...
Clicks debuts its own take on the BlackBerry smartphone, plus a $79 snap-on mobile keyboard
The company behind the add-on mobile keyboards with physical buttons is now doing its own phone.
This YouTube Music quirk never bothered me — until I watched my partner use Spotify
I can't unsee it now
I won't buy an Android phone in 2026 without this feature
The macro upgrade flagship phones ignore
The Galaxy Z Roll 5G: Samsung’s Boldest Move Yet
Discover the Samsung Galaxy Z Roll 5G with its rollable display, advanced camera, and powerful hardware. The future of smartphones is here.
How to share your estimated arrival time on iPhone and Android
ETA sharing on Apple Maps and Google Maps keeps contacts updated automatically while you drive safely. Learn step-by-step instructions for iPhone and Android.
Trump family business delays launch of $499 gold smartphone
US-made device planned by end of year hit by recent government shutdown affecting shipments
Samsung unveils its new $200 Galaxy A17 5G smartphone, arriving in January
Samsung will have two new inexpensive mobile devices arriving on the US market next month.
This is your teen’s brain on phones and social media, according to science
A wave of new studies is shedding light on the risks of early smartphone access and heavy screen use for adolescent mental health and development.
This is your teen’s brain on phones and social media, according to science
A wave of new studies is shedding light on the risks of early smartphone access and heavy screen use for adolescent mental health and development.
Why Are Cars Getting Rid Of Android Auto?
In-car, smartphone infotainment systems are a pro for car shoppers, but not necessarily carmakers who'd rather keep your data all for themselves.
Xiaomi's 17 Ultra Leica Edition smartphone comes with a manual zoom ring
Xiaomi just launched its flagship 17 Ultra Leica Edition phone that may make you feel bad about your current device's cameras.
Samsung’s Exynos 2800 Reportedly Features The Company’s In-House GPU And Is Scheduled To Launch In 2027; SoC Can Be Found In Applications Beyond Smartphones Due
The Exynos 2800 is reported to be Samsung’s first chipset featuring the company’s in-house graphics processor and could launch in 2027
Samsung Developing 'Wide Fold' With iPhone Fold-Like Design Ahead of Apple's 2026 Launch
Samsung is working on a new foldable smartphone that's wider and shorter than the models that it's released before, according to Korean news site ETNews. The "Wide Fold" will compete with Apple's iPhone Fold that's set to launch in September 2026. Samsung's existing Galaxy Z Fold7 display is 6.5 inches when closed, and 8 inches when open, with a 21:9 aspect ratio when folded and a 20:18 aspect ratio when open. Samsung has used a similar size for its prior Z Fold devices.
Deals: Pixel 10 from $449 all-time low, Pixel 10 Pro/XL $400 off, Pixel Watch 4 $150 off, more
Alongside the ongoing Samsung deals, the holiday discounts just got ramped back up – Amazon is delivering some wild bonus...
A tape measure, a metal detector and a spirit level: 25 surprisingly useful things you can do with your phone
While many use our phones predominantly to doomscroll, smartphones have a range of little-known functions that could make life better and easier – from heart monitoring to even developing camera film
Samsung announces Exynos 2600: World's first 2nm smartphone chip that might power the Galaxy S26
Samsung has announced the Exynos 2600 chip, promising notable gains in performance, efficiency, and thermal behavior.
Breaking: Exynos 2600 goes official as world's first 2nm smartphone chip
Samsung has officially announced the Exynos 2600 chip. It is a 2nm chip that will be used in the Galaxy S26 and has better performance.
Trump Mobile's T1 still doesn't exist, but the company is now selling refurbished phones
The T1 smartphone from Trump Mobile remains non-existent vaporware, but the company is still finding new ways to take people's money.
From Thin to Folded: How Smartphone Makers Are Signaling Innovation Again
Get ready for more sleek phones in 2026 as companies compete for attention -- and dollars.
Snakes' mind-bending 'heat vision' inspires scientists to build a 4K imaging system that could one day fit into your smartphone
The human eye can only detect wavelengths in the visible light range, but a new imaging system will let us "see" infrared radiation using smartphones.
You can now build AI-powered mini apps directly from Gemini
Google has started rolling Opal into Gemini on the web, letting users create and remix AI-powered mini apps.
Inside Apple’s iPhone Road Map, From Foldable Screens to Curved Glass Cases
The iPhone family is growing again. Over the next two years, Apple is planning a major expansion of its smartphone product line that could see it selling at least seven new models of its flagship device by fall 2027, up from five iPhone models today, according to multiple people working directly ...
The smartphone market is expected to shrink in 2026 due to rising chip, memory costs
According to a new report, the smartphone market as a whole is expected to shrink in 2026 due to the...
Rising memory costs are about to test buyers' patience
AI-nflation: Rising DRAM and NAND prices are squeezing handset makers and threatening a fragile market recovery
Apple Best Positioned to Weather DRAM Price Surge, Says Counterpoint
Apple and Samsung are best equipped to handle rising memory chip costs that could drive down global smartphone shipments by 2.1% in 2026, according to new data from Counterpoint Research. Image credit: iFixit In its latest projection for the smartphone market next year, the firm has downgraded its forecast from a previously expected 0.45% growth, citing a memory shortage that has pushed component costs up 10% to 25%.
OnePlus Turbo may have a battery so big that even the OnePlus 15 will seem underpowered
OnePlus started teasing a new smartphone series that may feature truly giant batteries.
Ayaneo's first smartphone is a major callback to the Xperia Play
Ayaneo will launch the Pocket Play smartphone through Kickstarter soon.
Without quantum physics, you wouldn't be reading this. Scientist explains the mind-blowing concept that underpins all our lives | BBC Sky at Night Magazine
Paul Davies, a prominent British scientist and one of the biggest authorities on quantum physics, reveals how it affects all our lives.
New 'DNA cassette tape' can store up to 1.5 million times more data than a smartphone — and the data can last 20,000 years if frozen
Scientists have discovered that over half a mile of DNA could hold over 360,000 terabytes of data.
Surprise: Samsung has a new camera sensor for its next flagships after all
Samsung is apparently working on a new smartphone camera sensor that might solve shutter lag woes on future flagships.
Ayaneo Pocket Play is a reincarnation of the Xperia Play
Ayaneo’s first smartphone is set to launch soon. Ayaneo is entering the smartphone market, and its first device will take a different approach from the...
AYANEO teases Pocket PLAY slide-out gaming phone with Android
AYANEO launches its first gaming phone which looks like old Xperia phones Their first phone. AYANEO has announced Pocket PLAY, a smartphone with a
iPhone Fold Expected to Claim 22% of Foldable Market, 34% of Revenue in First Year
Apple's upcoming foldable iPhone is expected to spur strong growth in worldwide foldable smartphone shipments in 2026, according to new estimates shared by IDC. IDC believes the iPhone Fold will capture over 22 percent unit share and 34 percent of the foldables market value in its first year due to an expected $2,400 starting price point. Right now, the foldable market is dominated by Samsung and Google.
Pebble's founder introduces a $75 AI smart ring for recording brief notes with a press of a button
After rebooting the Pebble smartwatch, founder Eric Migicovsky is expanding his company's device lineup with a new smart wearable: an AI-powered smart ring known as Index 01. Named for the finger where the ring is meant to be worn, the new $75 ring is not meant to be a competitor to the always-on, always-listening AI devices, like the AI pendant Friend, but instead offers a way to record quick notes and reminders with a press of a button on the ring's side. AI only comes into play via the open source, speech-to-text, and AI models that run locally on your smartphone, via the open source Pebble mobile app. That is, if the Ring's button is not being pressed, it's not recording. (And this is a press-and-hold gesture, too, which means you can't start the ring's recording and then let go to surreptitiously record a conversation.) You can wear the stainless steel ring while in the shower, washing hands, doing dishes, or in the rain, but you would have to take it off for other water-related activities, like swimming. At launch, it's water-resistant to 1 meter. The ring is also not a fitness tracker or sleep monitor. It doesn't record details about your heart rate or health. And it's not there to be your AI friend. "I'm not trying to build some AI assistant thing," Migicovsky told TechCrunch in an interview. "I build things that solve one main problem, and they solve it really well," he explains. "I think of as external memory for my brain...that's what this is. It's always with you." Plus, the ring has been designed to be highly reliable and privacy-preserving, he says, as all your thoughts are stored on your phone, not in the cloud. There is no subscription. Migicovsky has been wearing the ring for three months now and says he cannot imagine going back to a world where he doesn't always have a memory device with him. "The problem is that, during the day, I get ideas or I remember something, and if I don't write it down that second, I forget it," he says. The ring solves this problem, he adds, without becoming another device you need to charge. "The battery lasts for years," Migicovsky claims. Technically, the ring is said to support roughly 12 to 14 hours of recording. On average, the founder says he uses it 10-20 times per day to record 3-6 second thoughts. At that rate, he'll get about two years of usage. When the ring's battery dies, you can ship it back to the company for recycling. When using Index, you can record up to five minutes of audio, which can be saved to the ring and synced to your phone later. This makes sense for recording briefer, personal thoughts and notes, even when you don't have your phone handy, but it wouldn't work for recording a longer chat, like a presentation, meeting, or in-person interview of some kind. The ring also supports 99+ languages and has a bit of on-device memory, in case you're not in Bluetooth range of your device, where the recording is ultimately saved and transcribed. (The raw audio is retained, too, in case the speech-to-text is garbled due to loud background noise). If you own a Pebble smartwatch or one from another brand, your recorded thought can even appear on the watch's screen so you can verify it's correct. The ring works with Pebble's mobile app, which offers notes and reminders, but can optionally integrate with your phone's calendaring system, too, or other apps, like Notion. And the ring's software is open source, which makes it hackable by the community, the founder points out. Because of its open nature, the ring's button is already programmable. In addition to the press-and-hold gesture, you can program the ring to do other things with a single or double press, like play or pause your music or control the shutter on your phone's camera. You could use it to send a message through the universal chat app Beeper, which Migicovsky also created, or you could add your own voice actions via MCP. A new approach to hardware Migicovsky acknowledges that hardware can be difficult to get right -- as the previous exit of Pebble to Fitbit showed. (Fitbit, too, was later acquired by Google in 2021). "I didn't earn any money during Pebble -- we exited, but it was not a great exit," Migicovsky admits. This year, however, he decided to reboot the Pebble project after Google open sourced the PebbleOS, which opened up the door to new hardware. With his new company, Core Devices, Migicovsky plans to do things differently. Still, the founder doesn't regret his previous choices, he clarifies. "I wouldn't have gone back and changed anything. I loved what we built. I loved what we did. I love the company that we built, but it's not the only way to build a company," he told TechCrunch. " And, speaking as an ex-YC partner, there are -- there's a time and a place for building a venture-backed startup. Some companies are phenomenal when they raise money and build a big team, and I tried that...I think what I'm doing now is trying an alternative path, which is start from profitability," he says. The new company is a small team of five, self-funded, and focused on sustainability. So far, Core Devices has shipped the Pebble 2 Duo smartwatch with a black-and-white display. Its first run sold out, and the company is now preparing to ship the upgraded version, the Pebble Time 2. The newer device, which has seen 25,000 pre-orders, is a stainless steel watch with a larger, color e-ink screen. As for the Index 01, the ring's pre-order offer ends in March 2026. After that, the price increases to $99. It currently comes in silver, polished gold, and matte black and works with iOS and Android devices. Customers can select from eight ring sizes and three colors.
School for Science and Math at Vanderbilt wins Dana Foundation grant for curriculum on smartphones and cognition in teens
How do smartphones affect the brains of teenagers? That question is at the core of a new grant awarded to the School for Science and Math at Vanderbilt (SSMV) by the Dana Foundation, which works to advance neuroscience in alignment with community values and societal priorities. Menton Deweese, director of the SSMV, and Pamela Popp, […]
Google and Apple partner on better Android-iPhone switching
The latest build of Android's Canary operating system includes optional data transfer between Google and Apple smartphones.
One UI 8.5 beta program: List of supported Galaxy devices
Will your Samsung Galaxy smartphone get the One UI 8.5 beta? Our list of supported devices has the answer.
The Android password manager nobody talks about actually beats the giants
This invisible Android password manager crushes the competition
The Galaxy A56 became one of the world's best-selling phones in Q3
The Galaxy A56 became one of the world’s best-selling smartphones in Q3 2025, with Samsung securing five top-10 spots alongside Apple.
Samsung Might Finally Fix One Of The Most Annoying Notification Issues On Galaxy Phones
Ads are among the most annoying notifications we receive from our smartphone apps, and Samsung is finally doing something to curb them.
Smartphones before age 12 tied to poorer health, study says
Parents join 'Fox & Friends' to discuss the impact of smartphones on younger generations and a new study linking early age smartphone use to poorer physical and mental health.
Owning a Smartphone at Age 12 Is Linked to These Health Issues in Kids
Think of the children.
UCF Researcher Creates Novel Sensors for Smartphone-Based Health Monitoring
Professor Debashis Chanda’s low-cost, smartphone-based biosensor could bring rapid, reliable disease detection to areas with limited access to traditional diagnostics.