Microsoft almost made this Surface Phone, then killed it
Long before the Surface Duo, Microsoft may have been building a very different Surface Phone, and a newly surfaced prototype gives us a fascinating glimpse at what could have been.
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 review: I spent weeks testing it, and I don’t want to put this beauty down
The Galaxy Z Fold 8 is the most exciting phone Samsung has made in years. It's pricey and makes a deep compromise, but what it offers is plenty of utilitarian charm, reliability, and longevity in a versatile shell.
I don’t care how thin the Galaxy Z Fold 8 is, and these two foldables show exactly why
The latest foldables are becoming remarkably thin, but after using Motorola, Honor, and Samsung’s newest models, I care far more about batteries and hinges that improve daily use.
How to watch Google’s August 12 Made by Google event, and what to expect
Google's Made by Google event returns to New York on August 12, with the Pixel 11 series, Pixel Watch 5, and other hardware set to debut as pre-orders go live hours ahead of the keynote. Here's how to watch, plus everything leaks suggest is coming.
Apple may make fake photos harder to pass off as iPhone shots
Apple is reportedly developing Reference Image for iOS 27, a camera authentication system that could help prove whether a photo originated from an iPhone’s camera hardware.
Apple’s 20th-anniversary iPhone just survived a cancellation scare
A new report claimed Apple killed its glass heavy iPhone redesign, but insiders say the 20th anniversary design is still on track for next year.
WhatsApp’s next iPhone update could make searching chats much easier
WhatsApp is building a new in-chat search button for iPhone that appears when you scroll up, so you can find old messages without leaving the conversation.
The Minimal Phone 2 adds an AMOLED display and 5G connectivity without losing its old-school charm
The Minimal Phone 2 swaps its E Ink display for OLED, adds 5G and an aluminum shell, but keeps the physical keyboard that made the original stand out.
The Galaxy S26 FE specs are out, and Samsung is playing the same old game
The Galaxy S26 FE could pair a more premium design with an older processor, familiar cameras, and the same 4,900mAh battery capacity as its predecessor.
Aptoide becomes the first third-party app store to land inside Google Play
Following Google's court battle with Epic Games, Aptoide Games became the first third-party app store to officially launch through Google Play in the US.
Google Play users in the US can now pay with Venmo
Google Play is adding Venmo in the US, allowing users to pay for apps, games, subscriptions and other digital content through their Venmo accounts.
Google Chrome is working on new feature which lets you open PDF files in your preferred app
Chrome for Android is testing a feature that could automatically open downloaded files in the user's preferred app instead of Chrome.
The $1,500 flagship might be closer than you think
Flagship smartphone prices are already climbing toward $1,500 as rising memory costs reshape Apple, Google, and Samsung.
I’ve used the Pixel 10 Pro a year. I hope Google fixes these nagging issues on the Pixel 11 Pro
After a year with the Pixel 10 Pro, I know exactly what needs fixing. The Pixel 11 Pro has a real chance to finally get it right.
Apple is testing Chinese DRAM even after CXMT refused to cut prices
Apple is reportedly testing CXMT memory across products including iPhones and MacBooks, even after the Chinese supplier refused to offer the cheaper DRAM pricing Apple wanted.
The Galaxy Z Fold 8 is genuinely cool, but I’d pay up for the Z Fold 8 Ultra
After hands-on time with both, the Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra justifies its $200 premium with a slimmer profile, a bigger display, and a dedicated telephoto camera.
EU’s Starlink alternative is finally moving beyond the planning stage
The EU is expanding IRIS² to 348 satellites, creating a sovereign network for governments, defence forces, emergency services, and critical infrastructure.
My next phone has to earn its retirement
Seven-year software promises are making long-term smartphone ownership increasingly realistic. The bigger question is whether the hardware, repair ecosystem, and annual upgrade machine are ready for it.
iPhone 17 is going to get pricier, hold on to your wallets
Apple could raise iPhone 17 prices as early as August 10, just weeks before the expected iPhone 18 launch.
ChatGPT could soon become your next WhatsApp sticker maker
An APK teardown suggests ChatGPT could soon let users create custom AI stickers and export them directly to WhatsApp with a single tap.
The Pixel 11 is almost here, but I’m more excited about what could come with it
The Pixel 11 will take center stage on August 12, but it may not steal the show. From a long-awaited Pixel Tag to watches, laptops, and smart glasses, Google could have plenty more up its sleeve.
OnePlus announces its first ColorOS beta, kicking off the transition from OxygenOS
OnePlus has opened the first closed ColorOS beta program for the OnePlus 15 and OnePlus 15R, putting its move away from OxygenOS into motion.
The Galaxy S26 FE has leaked in every color, and at least one has some personality
Fresh Galaxy S26 FE renders reveal Samsung’s upcoming Fan Edition phone in all three expected finishes, while giving us another clear look at its S26-inspired camera redesign.
A production snag could leave the iPhone 18 Pro in short supply
A reported DRAM shortage could limit iPhone 18 Pro stock at launch, making it harder for buyers to get Apple's flagship this fall.
Samsung’s new 200MP ISOCELL HPC sensor rethinks how pixels capture light
Samsung's new ISOCELL HPC camera sensor introduces a redesigned pixel structure called DeepPix, built to capture more light without adding noise.
Apple sweetens trade-in values for iPhones, iPads, Macs, and even some Android phones
Apple has raised its US trade-in estimates across iPhone, iPad, Mac, and Apple Watch, with some devices up nearly 30 percent since May. The bump also adds several Android phones to the list.
New players are shaking up the memory industry, but even Apple can’t strong-arm the RAM crisis for your wallet
Apple turned to CXMT for cheaper DRAM, only to discover that even its enormous order volumes no longer guarantee favorable pricing.
Google is putting pocket money inside Wallet, and parents control every tap
Google Wallet’s new balance lets supervised children tap to pay from their own funds while parents set daily limits, track purchases, and remotely freeze spending.
Google Maps is getting dangerously good at planning your day
Your next meal, hotel stay, or night out could soon start with a single question in Google Maps.
WhatsApp is making it easier for channel admins to label AI-generated posts
WhatsApp is testing a new label that lets channel admins flag AI-generated photos and videos, so followers always know what's real and what's not.
Meta served ads containing AI-generated child sexual abuse content, continuing years of child safety failures
Researchers found Meta's ad library hosting AI-generated child sexual abuse imagery, some posted even after Meta was warned, part of a pattern stretching over multiple years.
Apple’s iCloud Private Relay isn’t as private as you think
New research shows Apple's iCloud Private Relay can quietly leak your real IP address through passkeys, and Apple says it's now investigating the issue.
This new technology could make spotting fake products easier for everyone
Researchers have developed anti-counterfeit labels that can be verified using a smartphone, achieving nearly 97.5% accuracy while simplifying product authentication.
Apple’s iPhone Air could serve as the blueprint for its 20th anniversary iPhone
New leaks suggest the iPhone 20 could adopt an Air-inspired frame with a larger vapor chamber for cooling, alongside bigger displays on both Pro models.
Sunbird relaunches its iMessage app for Android, three years after a privacy scandal shut it down
Sunbird Messaging returns to Android after its 2023 shutdown, with encryption fixes, a priority inbox, and an AI assistant coming later this year.
SpaceX wants to take on Verizon, AT&T, and T-Mobile with its own mobile network
SpaceX confirmed plans to build a full mobile network using EchoStar spectrum and rooftop base stations, aiming to compete directly with AT&T, Verizon, and T-Mobile by late next year.
The Pixel Tag may be Google’s answer to AirTag, right down to the price
Google’s rumored Pixel Tag may cost just 10 cents less than an AirTag, leaving Android integration and still-unconfirmed tracking hardware to justify the nearly identical price.
Samsung announces fix for the Galaxy S26 Ultra’s red tint issue, but it requires a store visit for now
Samsung has officially announced a fix for the red tint issue plaguing some Galaxy S26 Ultra units, and it currently requires owners to visit a nearby store.