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Spotify meets Snap Map in Snapchat’s latest update

Snapchat has introduced Now Playing for Snap Map, letting users share their Spotify listening activity in real time and discover music through friends.
Rear shell of OnePlus 15.

OnePlus is building another flagship monster for a shrinking audience, and its expected to launch in October

Samsung Galaxy TriFold unfolded

Samsung has another wild foldable phone lined up for 2027 and it will excite screen connoisseurs

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Android’s most powerful app permission could soon come with a much scarier warning

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The best note-taking apps for iOS and Android

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Apple’s best device protection deal is finally leaving the US

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The dream of uber cheap phones for kids and grandparents is effectively dead, thanks to AI

iPhone 17 Pro Max

Apple’s new Upgrade program launches on Tuesday with major changes

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Setting up your dorm desk? These are the phone stands I’d actually spend my money on

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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

Anker Nano 3-in-1 10,000mAh portable power bank for iPhone.

Your backpack needs one of these power banks before classes start

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The Minimal Phone 2 looks dramatically better than the original, and I’m genuinely here for it

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The EU says TikTok still isn’t doing enough to protect kids

The European Commission says TikTok may be violating the Digital Services Act by failing to adequately protect minors' accounts and privacy on the platform.
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Qualcomm is set to ratchet up chip prices in September, and your next gadget upgrade could bear the brunt

Qualcomm has informed customers of double-digit chip price increases effective September 1, 2026, citing exhausted supplier cost absorption and failed alternative sourcing.
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra smartphone in blue color.

Enter the wrong PIN 13 times and your Galaxy phone is locked for good

Galaxy devices launching with One UI 9.0 will permanently lock after 13 failed PIN attempts, leaving a factory reset as the only way back in.
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Stop fighting with your roomie over outlets and get one of these multi-port chargers before you head back to school

Your room has one outlet and too many devices fighting over it. I've picked out five multi-port chargers worth adding to your back to school shopping list, from a pocket-sized option to a six-port station that can power all the devices you own at the same time.
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Back-to-school phone shopping on a tight budget? Here’s the one phone I’d recommend without hesitation

Back to school shopping usually means picking from a handful of solid budget options. This year, however, there aren't many options, with one solid pick I'd recommend for the school year ahead, plus a strong alternative with a catch.
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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.
Samsung Galaxy S26

After four generations of camera stagnation, the Galaxy S27 might finally get a new main sensor

Samsung is reportedly testing a 50MP Sony main sensor for the Galaxy S27 and S27+, although the 12MP ultrawide may remain unchanged.
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Google confirms Pixel 11 prices are going up as RAM costs spiral

Google has confirmed price increases across the Pixel family as RAM costs surge, while working to make Android run well with less memory.
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Geekbench now lets you check how a phone will actually handle your boring daily chores

Geekbench 7 brings new CPU and GPU tests, a smarter multi core benchmark, CUDA support, and bigger data sets, all free for personal use starting today
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Latest Pixel 11 series leak offers the clearest look yet at Google’s next flagship

A fresh leak has revealed every colour option for the Pixel 11 lineup, offering the clearest preview yet before Google's August launch.
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Galaxy Z Flip 8 vs. Motorola Razr Ultra (2026): Samsung’s flip phone is cheaper, but is it better?

Samsung's Galaxy Z Flip 8 undercuts the Motorola Razr Ultra by $300. Here's how the two flip phones compare in specs, cameras, battery, and software.
Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra with Fold 8

Samsung finally switched to silicon-carbon battery on Galaxy Z Fold 8. What’s so special about it?

Samsung’s first silicon-carbon Galaxy phones show how denser batteries can increase capacity, reduce weight, and make space-starved foldable designs far more practical.
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I’ve used foldable phones for years. Here’s how to pick the right one between the Galaxy Z Fold 8 and Flip 8

Samsung’s latest foldables share plenty of hardware, but their shapes, screens, cameras, and everyday strengths make each one suitable for a very different buyer.
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How to set up selfie video sign-in for your Google account

Google now lets you use your face to log into your Google account. Here's how you can set up the new selfie video sign-in feature.
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Samsung stirred the wide foldable race, but I’m more excited for an upcoming exotic rival

Xiaomi’s rumored Mix Fold 5 could pair Samsung-like wide proportions with homegrown flagship silicon, a 200MP camera, and a considerably larger 6,000mAh battery.
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.
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra

Your favorite Android apps could soon work better on foldables

Google has introduced new Android developer tools, adaptive layout guidance and Wear OS 7 widgets to help apps better support foldables and wearables.
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Google will now let you sign in with a selfie video

Google will now let you authenticate your identity with a live selfie video verification, instead of using passwords.
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 Dbrand Grip Case Deal

Dbrand’s Grip cases tout superior protection for the Galaxy Z Flip 8 & Fold 8 without looking dull

Digital Trends readers can save 15% on dbrand’s customizable Grip cases for Samsung’s latest foldables using an exclusive code through July 26.
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra

I went hands-on with Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra. It’s peak foldable in an old garb. 

I spent a few hours with the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra and I think it's tale of hidden upgrades that you will only feel once you hold it in your hands. It's not cheap, or an instant upgrade, but definitely Samsung's best bet at foldable glory.
Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra vs. Fold 7

Fold 8 Ultra vs. Fold 7: Upgrades across the board, but is the Ultra really worth the upgrade?

A full specification breakdown comparing the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra against last year's Galaxy Z Fold 7, covering cameras, battery, pricing, and whether upgrading is worth it.
Galaxy Z Flip 8 cover display

Samsung makes it easier to run multiple apps on Galaxy Z Flip 8’s cover screen

Samsung upgraded the Z Flip 8's cover screen with a native app drawer supporting 16 apps out of the box, addressing years of user frustration with limited widget-only functionality.
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Google just made switching from iPhone to Android much easier with Android 17

Android 17 introduces an upgraded migration tool that moves far more iPhone data than before. Wired transfers now move passwords, passkeys, eSIM, and Google Accounts and more.
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WhatsApp’s new in-car experience is built around hands-free control

WhatsApp has revamped its in-car experience to offer CarPlay and Android Auto users better hands-free controls.
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I tried the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 and I am totally in love with this unique foldable

A hands-on first look at the Galaxy Z Fold 8, Samsung's lightest and thinnest foldable yet, comparing its size and design directly against the iPhone 17 Pro.
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WhatsApp can now open and edit PDFs without making you download them first

Adobe Acrobat now lets WhatsApp Web and Windows users open and annotate PDFs inside a chat, removing the usual download-first routine while retaining password protection and end-to-end encryption.

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