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Google just canceled its AI Studio mobile app, and it’s not all bad news

Google AI Studio was on track to make its way to Android and iPhone, giving developers and AI enthusiasts a dedicated place to build prompts and experiment with Google’s latest models from their phones. That’s no longer happening. In a post shared by the official Google AI Studio account on X, Google confirmed that it’s […]
Electronics, Mobile Phone, Phone

Apple may change its iPhone launch strategy, and the standard iPhone could be affected the most

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I wore the titanium and aluminum Apple Watch Series 10. This is the one I would buy

Best Weather apps for iPhone 2026 featured

I tested over 20 iPhone weather apps for a month. These eight are worth your time.

A Ray-Ban Meta Glasses wearer talks to another person using live translation.

A smart glasses detector is now among the top paid apps on Apple’s App Store

Siri Ai on iPhone

Apple’s Siri AI is free, until you actually start using it

Computer, Electronics, Laptop

Apple’s new Upgrade plan looks cheap until you remember who owns the device

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Lenovo leak shows upcoming IdeaCentre desktop that isn’t afraid to ape the iMac

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The music industry wants AI slop kicked off the charts, and it finally has a plan

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Gemini on Mac can now type what you say and act on what it sees

Computer, Electronics, Laptop

Apple’s new Upgrade plan won’t punish missed payments with restrictions, but three strikes could end your lease

Computer, Electronics, Laptop

How much does Apple’s Upgrade plan cost to lease devices and is it worth it?

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An Apple HomePod 2023 on a media stand.

Apple’s long-delayed smart home plans may finally start to take shape this fall

Apple's long-rumored smart home push may finally be nearing launch, with Bloomberg reporting that a new home hub, refreshed Apple TV, and updated HomePod mini could roll out over the coming months.
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Apple is ending the iPhone Upgrade Program, and not everyone will welcome its replacement

Apple's new Apple Upgrade leasing plan is here, and the classic iPhone Upgrade Program is officially done. Here's what current members need to know before their next upgrade window hits.
Apple Upgrade site on a MacBook Neo

Apple’s new Upgrade program lets you lease an iPhone, Mac, Watch, and iPad

Apple's new Apple Upgrade leasing program is officially live, letting you pay monthly for an iPhone, iPad, Mac, or Apple Watch through Klarna instead of buying outright.
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T-Mobile says it has fixed the nationwide signal outage after hours of disruption

T-Mobile confirms service is fully restored after a nationwide outage left thousands with no signal and iPhones stuck on SOS mode.
Electronics, Mobile Phone, Phone

Gem Browser imagines an internet where every website is yours to redesign

Gem Browser uses Gemini to rebuild real webpages around reader prompts, offering more control over the interface while raising uncomfortable questions about what happens to a publisher’s original presentation.
Slidr app icon on a gradient background

I just found a Mac app that puts volume and brightness sliders on your MacBook’s touchpad edges

Tired of hunting for the volume or brightness keys on your Mac? Slidr lets you slide along your trackpad's edges to control volume and brightness instantly, no keyboard required.
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The best note-taking apps for iOS and Android

We've compiled a list of our favorite note-taking apps for iOS and Android phones and tablets to help keep your life organized and your thoughts in order.
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Apple’s best device protection deal is finally leaving the US

AppleCare One is expanding beyond the US for the first time, bringing bundled protection for multiple Apple devices to four additional countries beginning August 4.
The Ray-Ban Meta smartglasses and case.

A new iPhone app can sniff out Meta smart glasses lurking nearby

AntiZuck turns an iPhone into a local smart-glasses scanner, alerting users to nearby Meta Ray-Bans and other supported devices without requiring an account or collecting data.
Electronics, GPS, Car

Google Maps’ biggest Android Auto upgrade is reaching more users

Google is expanding Immersive Navigation and the live speedometer in Android Auto, bringing richer maps and better driving information to more users.
Apple Watch Series 11 on home screen.

Apple’s smartwatches will look the same for at least another year, or two

Bloomberg reports Apple's Series 12 and Ultra 4 smartwatches will skip a design overhaul this year, focusing instead on health features.
A still from of Dr. Ryland Grace (Ryan Gosling) in Project Hail Mary (2026)

Best new movies to stream on Netflix, Hulu, Prime Video, HBO Max, and more

The best new movies to stream include Project Hail Mary, The Drama, The Sheep Detectives, The Rip, Send Help and more.
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Apple’s new Upgrade program launches on Tuesday with major changes

Apple's new Upgrade leasing program launches July 28, letting customers lease iPhones, Macs, iPads, and Apple Watches through Klarna.
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Apple’s smart glasses are running late because they don’t want to stir a privacy storm

Apple’s smart glasses may not reach consumers until late 2027 as the company works out how to add cameras without compromising privacy.
Different smartwatch models with displays illuminated.

Shopping for back-to-school? These are the smartwatches I’d actually wear to class

Shopping for a back-to-school smartwatch? Here are seven picks on Amazon, from budget fitness bands to the latest Apple Watch.
Computer, Electronics, Laptop

Shopping for back-to-school? These are the budget laptops I’d actually recommend

Six budget laptops for back-to-school 2026, from a $359 Chromebook to a $690 MacBook Neo, picked and priced for real student budgets.
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I picked four wireless chargers so you can stop making your iPhone, AirPods, and Apple Watch fight over one dorm outlet

These wireless chargers can power everything from a single iPhone to an entire Apple setup while clearing valuable space on a crowded student desk.
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From lecture notes to design projects, I picked the right iPads that belong in your bag

Whether you need a digital notebook or a portable creative workstation, Apple’s current iPad lineup has a student-friendly option for nearly every workload and budget.
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Before you blow your student budget, here’s the MacBook that actually suits your major

Apple now offers a MacBook for almost every student budget, and these three models provide the strongest mix of portability, performance, and long-term value.
Electronics, Mobile Phone, Phone

5 mid-range phones I’d recommend you spend your Back-to-School budget on

Shopping for a new phone before the school year starts? Here are five mid-range picks that deliver the flagship-feel without the flagship price tag.
A still from Dark Matter (2024) on Apple TV

3 underrated Apple TV shows you should watch this weekend (July 24-26)

Three acclaimed but overlooked Apple TV series headline this weekend's watchlist, spanning a multiverse sci-fi thriller, a family drama, and a true-crime miniseries.
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3 underrated movies on Apple TV you should watch this weekend (July 24-26)

This weekend we have three hidden gems on Apple TV prove some of the platform's best work still flies under the radar.
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Galaxy Watch 9 vs. Watch Series 11: Has Apple finally met its smartwatch match?

A detailed comparison between Samsung's Galaxy Watch 9 and Apple's Watch Series 11, covering displays, chips, health features, pricing, and which one actually wins.
Car, Transportation, Vehicle

Ford’s UEV platform will feature Apple Maps built in

Ford's upcoming Universal Electric Vehicle platform will run Apple Maps as its built-in navigation system.
Health in ChatGPT

ChatGPT can now connect to your Apple Health data to give more personalized health answers

OpenAI has launched Health in ChatGPT, allowing U.S. users to connect Apple Health and supported medical records for more personalized health conversations.
Apple iPhone 17 Pro in Cosmic Orange next to the iPhone 17 Pro Max in Deep Blue

Apple could cut off app access on financed iPhones over missed payments

Code spotted in iOS 27 beta suggests Apple has built a system that can lock a financed iPhone down to nine apps if payments fall behind.

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