WhatsApp is finally getting usernames and you should go reserve yours right now
WhatsApp has opened username reservations ahead of a full launch later in 2026, letting users reserve a handle to share instead of their phone number.
In the era of absurdly pricey phones, Samsung Galaxy M47 lands as a pocket-friendly antidote
Samsung’s Galaxy M47 5G brings a 120Hz AMOLED screen, 6,000mAh battery, Snapdragon 6 Gen 3, and 6 years of updates at a pocket-friendly price tag.
Samsung is apparently making a rollable phone. Let’s hope it doesn’t meet the same fate as LG
Samsung's rumored rollable Galaxy could stretch to 10 inches by 2028, but LG's exit, Oppo's concept, and brutal engineering demands show why this phone shape still needs proof before its launch.
A free soundscape app just got the kind of controls paid calm apps love to hide
Oasis version 2.2 adds presets, new sounds, background mixed audio, and session memory, making the free soundscape app more practical for focus, sleep, meditation, and wind-down routines.
Here’s a cool new app for people who treat every photo dump like a magazine spread
Mocha Frame is a free iPhone app that dresses up photos with clean frames, watermarks, EXIF details, collages, and export tools for social sharing.
I tried turning the Red Magic 11S Pro into a handheld console, and it worked almost too well
The Red Magic 11S Pro is an unapologetic gaming phone with extreme performance, active cooling, strong emulation chops, and enough weird bits to remind you it was never chasing normal.
The memory crisis isn’t going to ease, and you will pay the price for it, says a research firm
Jefferies projects memory prices will rise 40-50% in Q3 2026 and another 30-40% in Q4, with no meaningful relief until 2028.
Screens before age two may come with serious developmental risks, study warns
Researchers say babies and toddlers under two should avoid regular screen time, warning that phones and tablets can displace play, sleep, language exposure, and caregiver interaction.
I tried the AI-powered Extend photo trick in iOS 27, and it blew past my expectations
A hands-on look at iOS 27's new Extend feature in the Photos app, tested across selfies, food shots, landscapes, and indoor scenes on an iPhone 17.
Leaked iPhone 18 Pro motherboard hints at Apple’s next cooling upgrade
A new leak claims Apple's A20 Pro chip could feature redesigned packaging for better thermals, but there's plenty of reason to remain skeptical.
Finding Android apps on the Google Play Store just got a lot easier thanks to Gemini
Google has launched the Google Play connected app for Gemini, allowing users to discover apps, make select purchases, and buy Play gift cards using AI.
It looks like Apple will treat you to a $200 price hike on the iPhone 18 Pro, after all
After Apple raised Mac and iPad prices by up to $300, IDC revised its iPhone 18 Pro price prediction upward to a potential $200 increase.
iPhone 18 could get a RAM boost, but only a tiny sliver to run AI chores in iOS 27
A new report claims the iPhone 18 could get 9GB of RAM to better support Apple Intelligence in iOS 27, while Pro models may remain at 12GB.
This free iPhone app uses soothing haptics to help you calm down
A new wellness app called Vän turns gentle phone vibrations into calming sensations, with with no account, subscription, or data collection involved.
In the last hours of Prime Day, I found the best deals to save you the regret of missing out
The best last-minute Prime Day 2026 deals on smartphones, earbuds, smartwatches, and more, hand-picked before the sale ends tonight.
These are the Prime Day power bank deals I’d recommend if you are still undecided
Anker and Baseus have two strong Prime Day power bank deals for anyone who still needs portable charging before the sale ends.
I found two Prime Day budget charger deals that don’t feel like cable-drawer junk
These Anker and Belkin Prime Day charger deals are cheap, practical, and from brands I’d trust more than random wall-wart roulette.
We finally got a peek at Android 17’s Nintendo DS-like gaming trick
Android 17’s foldable gaming mode splits the screen into gameplay and virtual controller zones, making folding phones feel more like compact gaming handhelds.
This app turns your iPhone into a tiny iPod-style dumbphone, case and all
UltraPod started as a viral Apple Music concept and is now a free iOS beta that turns an iPhone into a calmer iPod-style companion.
Nothing Phone 4b might pack more than you’d expect from a budget phone
A new leak from tipster Yogesh Brar suggests the Nothing Phone 4b may pack a Snapdragon 6 Gen 4 chip, a 120Hz AMOLED display, and a large 5,400mAh battery.
Don’t breathe easy just yet. Apple and Microsoft aren’t done with price hikes.
Apple and Microsoft have already raised prices on several products, but the ongoing memory crunch could push more devices higher in the coming months.
Samsung’s wider Galaxy Z Fold 8 may fix the two foldable flaws people still complain about
Samsung’s rumored Galaxy Z Fold 8 Wide could bring a lighter feel and reduced display crease, tackling two of the biggest complaints around foldables.
This Oppo phone has a wild 3D back, but its magnetic Bubble is the real party trick
Oppo Reno 16 Pro is launching globally with a 200MP camera, 144Hz OLED display, 6,000mAh battery, and a temporary European launch discount.
Samsung’s new budget phone Galaxy A27 5G costs $50 more, yet downgrades two key features
Despite a $50 price hike, the Galaxy A27 5G actually takes a step back in a couple of areas compared to the A26, though it does pick up a faster processor and a sleeker design with AI upgrades.
Xiaomi 17T Pro review: Not quite Ultra, but I didn’t want to put it down
Xiaomi’s latest T-series Pro phone delivers Leica-tuned cameras, excellent battery life, strong gaming performance, and a polished design, though its size and software quirks may not be for everyone.
Apple just raised the price of its products by hundreds of dollars
Apple increased MacBook, iPad, iMac, and Mac Studio prices today, with some products rising by hundreds of dollars as memory costs hit a tipping point.
I checked the Prime Day budget phone deals, and these two are the ones worth buying
These Pixel 10a and Moto G Play Prime Day deals hit two different budget lanes: better features or the lowest useful price.
You may see new ways to pay for Android apps and subscriptions starting next week
Starting June 30, Android users in the US, UK, and EU may beging seeing new ways to pay for apps and subscriptions as Google expands billing options on the Play Store.
iPhone 18 Pro might not cost a bomb, after all, but I’d still remain cautious
Rising RAM and storage costs are still a problem for Apple, but J.P. Morgan believes the iPhone 18 Pro price increase may be more moderate.
Nothing offers an early look at the Phone 4b ahead of its July 7 launch
Nothing has revealed the design of the upcoming Phone 4b, which blends the 4a Pro's unibody build with the Glyph Bar from the standard 4a.
Apple has reportedly fixed the foldable iPhone’s hinge woes, so you can breathe a tad easy now
Apple has reportedly resolved most of the hinge issues that fueled delay speculation around its first foldable iPhone, with mass production now on track to begin next month.
The OPPO Find X9 Ultra didn’t need its camera kit to impress me
From Computex show floors to Taipei's neon-lit streets, the OPPO Find X9 Ultra delivered stunning photos, incredible zoom, and flagship camera performance without needing its optional camera kit.
I passed on most Prime Day iPhone accessory deals, but these five are worth your money
Five Prime Day 2026 iPhone accessories picked by an iPhone user, from a $9.45 desk stand to a $59 Anker 3-in-1 charging station.
Filling out forms on mobile just got a lot easier thanks to Google Wallet
Google is bringing advanced Autofill to Chrome on Android and iPhone, allowing users to fill forms using information stored in Google Wallet.
Google Wallet could save you time at airport security with TSA PreCheck Touchless ID
TSA and Google Wallet have launched a streamlined opt-in for PreCheck Touchless ID, letting travelers share their digital ID and boarding pass and breeze through security without a physical ID.
These Prime Day charger deals are the ones I’d recommend before prices go back up
Prime Day has dropped prices on useful charging gear from Anker, Ugeen, and Belkin, including GaN power bricks and magnetic charging stands.
iOS 27 developer beta 2 is here. Here are all the new features you get
Apple's iOS 27 developer beta 2 is here with a much faster Siri, a fixed crop bug, Wallet Insight, inline RCS replies, and a handful of other welcome tweaks. Here's everything new.
Tecno’s EllaClaw AI agent wants to clean up your phone and run your errands
Tecno's EllaClaw agent moves past chatbot replies and starts doing real work, from clearing RAM and saving battery to hailing rides and shopping inside your apps, all while keeping you in control.