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.
I underestimated this NotebookLM feature until it completely changed how I study
A looming exam finally convinced me to try NotebookLM's Mind Maps. Now, it's the first feature I use whenever I start a new notebook.
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.
Huawei’s MatePad Air finally comes out of China and it makes the iPad Air feel inadequate
Huawei’s globally launched MatePad Air offers a 144Hz OLED display, a huge battery, and bundled accessories that highlight some increasingly awkward omissions from Apple’s iPad Air.
X is teaching its AI algorithm something social networks once understood
X is boosting posts among mutual followers after finding that relationship data was missing from its algorithm, exposing the gap between predicting engagement and creating conversations people actually want.
The Concorde dream is within reach. NASA X-59 just has to silence the supersonic boom
NASA’s X-59 has reached 924 mph and 55,000 feet, bringing the agency closer to proving that future supersonic passenger flights can avoid thunderous sonic booms.
ChatGPT’s hiking advice left two hikers stranded on a mountain in Poland
Two hikers needed a helicopter rescue after ChatGPT directed them onto a mountain traverse either had the skills to cross.
Your dead TV may be far less broken than it looks
A repair technician claims a minor backlight fault can make some televisions appear completely dead, potentially pushing owners toward replacement before they discover that the underlying problem may still be repairable.
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
Claude diagnosed my washing machine problem in minutes, and it didn’t cost me a thing
A cryptic error code had me convinced my washing machine was done for. Instead, Claude asked the right questions, helped me find the real problem, and saved me from an unnecessary replacement.
Black Ops multiplayer is a mess on PlayStation and Activision is rushing to fix it
Activision has deployed the first phase of a fix after hacked Black Ops lobbies began manipulating XP and locking some players out of multiplayer.
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.
Pixel Watch permission error won’t go away, but there’s a weird fix
Pixel Watch owners are stuck with a Fitbit permission error that won't disappear, even after a factory reset. Thankfully, one user has found an odd workaround that actually works.
Anthropic confirms Claude acts differently depending on your language and which model you pick
A new Anthropic study reveals that Claude's tone shifts depending on which model you use and which language you type in, and the differences are big enough to know before you ask your next question.
This website is a goldmine if you love Mac menu bar apps
MacMenuBar is a curated directory of 1,500+ Mac menu bar apps, neatly sorted into collections like clipboard managers, timers, and window managers. Here's why it's worth a bookmark.
How to install macOS 27 Golden Gate public beta on your Mac?
Apple's macOS 27 Golden Gate public beta is live. Here's the exact five-step process to sign up and install it, plus what's new in this release.
Google Home Speaker (2026) review: Smarter and punchier, with a subscription pinch
The latest edition of the Google Home Speaker serves a compelling mix of rewarding voice controls, surprisingly punchy audio output, and the most advanced suite of smart home features that you can get on a speaker under a $100 budget.
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
Microsoft is finally fixing the worst thing about Windows Search, but you can’t try it just yet
Microsoft rolls out Windows 11 Search improvements to Insiders, removing promotional web content and adding clearer result labels.
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.
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Apple doesn’t want to share this AirPods feature with Meta, but the EU may force its hand
Apple is developing a DMA-mandated API that will let Meta's Ray-Ban glasses and Quest headsets pair automatically with iPhone, iPad, and Mac, like AirPods.
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.
Instagram and WhatsApp lead in sextortion reports, iMessage is weaponized against teenagers: Report
Australia's online safety watchdog says Instagram and WhatsApp top the sextortion complaint list, while teens are being targeted through iMessage and Snapchat.
AMD is quietly building a frame generation mode that beats Nvidia at its own game
AMD's latest Radeon drivers hide a Multi-Frame Generation mode that goes up to 8x, going one better than NVIDIA's 6x. Here's what it could mean for your frame rate.
Europe plans a wide social media ban for children
A panel of experts has recommended that the European Union bar children under 13 from social media, with looser rules for teens up to 18.
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
Razer dressed its gaming earbuds for PS5 and Xbox, then priced them surprisingly well
Razer’s new $99 gaming earbuds bring low-latency wireless audio to Xbox and PS5, although multi-console owners may find one version considerably more useful.
A new sodium battery posts wild four-minute charging numbers, but don’t expect it in an EV yet
A sodium-metal battery reached a four-minute laboratory rate, but its strongest lifespan figures came from slower and smaller tests. The pouch-cell results show why EV use remains a long way off.
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.