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Xiaomi beats Samsung to become the first non-Pixel phone with stable Android 17
While Samsung and others are still stuck in beta, Xiaomi has quietly started rolling out stable Android 17 to select Xiaomi 17 series phones.
It’s hot out there, but please stop putting your warm phones in the fridge
Experts and smartphone makers warn that putting an overheating phone in the fridge can cause condensation, leading to internal damage that may cost far more than overheating itself.
Made by Google August 2026: Everything we expect from the Pixel 11 launch event
Made by Google 2026 is August 12 in New York. Leaks point to a Tensor G6-powered Pixel 11 lineup, Gemini Intelligence, and the new Pixel Watch 5.
WhatsApp is creating its own cloud backup alternative for iPhone users
WhatsApp is building its own cloud backup service for iPhone users, offering 2GB of free storage and end-to-end encryption by default as an alternative to iCloud.
Your iPhone could soon flag malicious iMessages before they do any damage
A new iOS 26.6 feature will alert you when a suspicious iMessage is detected, giving you the option to share it with Apple to help improve future defenses.
Huawei Pura 90s Pro series goes global and its camera stack can make iPhones flinch
Huawei’s Pura 90s Pro series has entered global markets with variable-aperture cameras and a huge 200MP telephoto sensor that puts Apple’s imaging hardware under pressure.
Samsung Health threatens to delete your data if you opt out of AI training
A new Samsung Health consent toggle gives users an ultimatum: agree to share sensitive health data for AI training or lose all their synced data permanently.
Firefox is doubling its update pace, and that’s good news for your security
Firefox users won't have to wait a month for the next update anymore, as Mozilla moves to a faster release schedule.
This $68 phone gives smartphone-gen kids the childhood millennials left behind
Pinwheel’s retro-inspired home phone gives children voice calling with parent-approved contacts, scheduled hours, and no apps or social media
If you shoot RAW, Snapseed just solved one of your biggest headaches
Snapseed's latest Android release adds support for most major RAW formats, plus in-tool undo and redo controls.
How to install iOS 27 public beta on your iPhone?
Apple's first iOS 27 public beta is live. Here's exactly how to sign up, install it on your iPhone, and what new features you can try immediately.
This Android malware can spy on your screen, read your texts, and control your phone remotely
A new version of RedHook Android malware uses your phone's own built-in debugging tool to take remote control of your device without needing root access or a USB cable.
iOS 27’s public beta is finally here, and you don’t need a developer account to get in
Apple's iOS 27 public beta is now available, letting anyone try Siri AI and other new features early.
The Pixel 11 may finally ditch Samsung’s modem for better battery life and connectivity
An FCC filing suggests Google's Pixel 11 could finally ditch Samsung's modem for better battery and connectivity.
New Pixel 11 leak reveals colors, specs, and a surprise accessory ahead of launch
With the Pixel 11 a month from its August 12 debut, a leaked set of retailer listings just revealed colors, specs, and a hint at Google's first ever item tracker
OnePlus is ending its US operations pretty soon, says report
According to a report, OnePlus will officially announce its exit from the US and EU market in a week, while parent company, Oppo, will take over and expand, at least in the European market.
The best phones in 2026: our 14 favorite smartphones right now
Here are the best smartphones on the market today, from the Galaxy S26 Ultra to the iPhone 17. if you're shopping for a new phone, this roundup is for you.
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra’s headline Privacy Display may have an ugly red side effect
Samsung is investigating reddish patches reported on some Galaxy S26 Ultra screens, with its unusual Privacy Display panel emerging as one possible explanation.
Google just beat its own Prime Day Pixel 10 Pro deal, and the Pixel 11 may explain why
Google has dropped the 128GB Pixel 10 Pro to $699, beating its Prime Day price as inventory thins ahead of the expected Pixel 11 announcement in August.
Acer’s new Android phone lets you take better selfies with a rear display
Acer has quietly launched the Sospiro A15 with a 1.88-inch rear screen, a 64MP camera, Android 16, and a 5,000mAh battery. Here's everything the new budget phone offers
Forget folding twice. Samsung’s next big-screen phone may simply slide open
Samsung’s next experimental Galaxy may swap multiple hinges for a sliding display, potentially offering tablet-sized screen space from a more manageable phone-shaped body.
You can now tell Waze to stop interrupting your playlist, and I can’t believe it took this long
Waze launched five updates today, including Less Chatty mode to reduce voice interruptions, personalized navigation, and expanded Gemini AI search for destinations.
The Motorola Edge 70 Max leak just exposed a much more ambitious phone than expected
The Motorola Edge 70 Max has leaked ahead of launch, revealing its premium design, three colors, huge 7,100mAh battery, magnetic wireless charging, and flagship-level hardware.
Google’s next foldable just leaked in its most elegant color yet
Google’s Pixel 11 Pro Fold has appeared in a classy new Pine finish, accompanied by a slimmer body and a cleaner version of its familiar camera island.
I lived with a liquid-cooled gaming phone, and it rarely let me down in everyday life
The Red Magic 11S Pro can run demanding PC games, yet its battery, display, charging, and everyday reliability are just as important outside of gaming.
The Pixel 11 is almost here, and these are the 3 upgrades I’m begging Google to make
The Pixel 11 is just around the corner, and Google has a chance to fix three long-standing issues that have held the Pixel experience back for years.
5 reasons I keep coming back to Apple Reminders despite paying for premium task managers
Despite paying for Things 3, Todoist, and OmniFocus, I keep returning to Apple Reminders. Here are 5 reasons this free app still beats premium task managers for everyday use.
