WhatsApp Plus is here, and you can safely ignore this subscription
WhatsApp Plus has arrived on iPhone, but when Telegram Premium offers functional upgrades, and Signal gives everything away free, does Meta's new subscription actually earn its keep?
Apple and Google just put a lock on your green-bubble texts, and it’s about time
Apple and Google have teamed up for the first time to bring end-to-end encryption to cross-platform RCS messaging, closing a long-standing privacy gap between iPhone and Android users.
The Razr Ultra 2026 is everything a flip phone should be, but I’m not paying $1,500 for it
Motorola raised the Razr Ultra's price by $200 while barely changing the hardware. In 2026, $1,500 can get you the best book-style foldables or regular flagships.
iPhone 17’s front camera tech might soon appear on an Android phone, but better
Oppo is reportedly testing a square 100MP front camera sensor that could bring iPhone 17-style Center Stage framing to future Android flagships.
The makers of security-first GrapheneOS are putting Google and Apple’s tactics on blast
Google's reCAPTCHA is testing a system that requires you to scan a QR code with an Apple or Google-certified phone. Here's why that matters more than it sounds.
I thought I needed an iPhone Pro until I paid attention to how I actually use it
Every September, Apple's keynote had me convinced I was a Pro user. Turns out, I was just a very good audience.
I used to dread moving files between devices — now I barely think about it
For years, moving a file between my iPhone, Android phone, and MacBook felt like negotiating a peace treaty between rival nations. Somehow, without much fanfare, the war is over — and my workflow has never been calmer.
macOS 27 to refine the Liquid Glass design approach, but nothing too dramatic
Apple is reportedly refining the Liquid Glass interface in macOS 27 to improve readability, transparency effects, and overall usability without major design changes.
Apple could deliver automatic tab groups in Safari for iOS 27 and macOS
Apple is reportedly testing AI-powered automatic tab grouping for Safari in iOS 27 and macOS 27 to help users better organize browsing sessions.
The iPhone Air shows why compact phones are still the better answer
The iPhone Air is a clever answer to heavy flagship phones, but using one reminded me that thinness and lightness still don’t solve the real problem of a typical tall phone.
Apple’s Continuity features are so good, they make Windows and Android feel incomplete
Apple's Continuity features are not just convenient, they are habit-forming. Once you start using them, going back to any other platform feels like giving up a superpower.
This could be the final form of the iPhone 18 Pro, and it’s expectedly boring
A new leak gives us an early look at the iPhone 18 Pro, and while the rumored upgrades sound polished, the overall experience may feel a little too familiar. From a smaller Dynamic Island to faster internals, Apple seems to be refining the formula instead of reinventing it.
Sci-fi got the gadgets right, but the vibes wrong
Sci-fi promised holograms, floating interfaces, and magic computers. Consumer tech delivered phones, video calls, smart speakers, and the boring version that actually ships.
This Tom Hanks WWII thriller is one of 3 best movies on Apple TV to watch this weekend (May 8-10)
Apple TV is home to three great movies this weekend, including one led by Tom Hanks' self-written WWII thriller.
Apple could go back to Intel for chips, but not how you would expect (or dread)
Apple and Intel are reportedly exploring a manufacturing partnership that could reshape how future Apple chips are produced. But despite the headline, this does not mean Apple is abandoning Apple Silicon or returning to Intel-powered Macs. According to a new Wall Street Journal report, Apple and Intel have reached a preliminary agreement for Intel to […]
Apple wants you to verify your identity before you get Education discount on products
Apple replaced its US Education Store honor system with mandatory UNiDAYS verification, requiring students and educators to confirm eligibility via academic portal login or valid documents.
You can finally avail an education discount on the Apple Watch
Apple has added the Apple Watch to its Education Store for the first time, offering discounts on the Series 11 ($359), SE 3 ($229), and Ultra 3 ($719) in 21 markets including the US, UK, India, and Canada.
Grok Voice Mode finally arrives on CarPlay, in case you enjoy talking to a loud-mouth AI in your car
xAI has launched Grok Voice Mode on Apple CarPlay, bringing hands-free AI conversations to millions of drivers with Grok’s signature sarcastic personality.
Apple leak prophesizes a Spatial iPhone with a holographic 3D screen. It’s about time!
A leak suggests Apple and Samsung are working on a Spatial iPhone with a holographic display that projects depth effects without glasses, targeting around 2030.
The Best Thunderbolt 5 Docks for Mac in 2026
Stop settling for docks that limit your Mac’s potential in giving a seamless desktop-grade experience every day. Rounding out the best Thunderbolt 5 docks for Mac in 2026, discover the leading docking stations that turn cable chaos into a powerful multi-display setup.
MacBook Neo was such a smash hit for Apple that it might soon treat you to a price hike
A depleted supply of binned A18 Pro chips and the DRAM price surge mean Apple may increase the MacBook Neo’s $599 price or drop the base configuration entirely.
Apple’s next AirPods could give Siri eyes, and they’re already being tested
AirPods with cameras sound wild, but they might be exactly what Siri needs to stop feeling stuck in the past.
I built a Mac app to track my bad posture with AirPods. I didn’t write a line of code.
Thanks to Claude, I built an app without any knowledge of programming. Not too long ago, it would have been a pipe-dream for someone like me to even imagine building my own personal software.
Android boss shoots down a Liquid Glass copyjob on Pixels, and that’s a relief
Google's Android Ecosystem president Sameer Samat has confirmed that Pixel devices will not adopt Apple's Liquid Glass design language, even as several Android OEMs copy the aesthetic.
Sketchy iPhone 18 Pro leak shows a smaller Face ID cutout on the screen
Fresh CAD renders suggest the iPhone 18 Pro will feature a Dynamic Island 25–35% smaller than the iPhone 17 Pro, with Apple reportedly moving the Face ID flood illuminator under the display.
Apple could serve an unexpected repairability surprise atop its foldable iPhone
The rumored iPhone Ultra may fold like its rivals, but its biggest trick could be making foldable repairs a little less terrifying.
iOS 27 could treat AI models like default apps, and that may finally get me to use Apple Intelligence
Apple is letting users pick their preferred AI for Writing Tools, Image Playground, and Siri. It's the most coherent AI plan any platform has announced.
Apple TV scores a dozen Tony nods, and it’s about to win a rare honor that I didn’t see coming
Apple is on the verge of completing an EGOT after earning 12 Tony nominations for Schmigadoon!, a stage adaptation of its original Apple TV Plus series.
How to find downloaded files on iPhone and Android in 2026
We download files to our phones all the time, but finding them can be tricky. Here's a guide on how to find downloads on your Apple, Samsung, or Android phone.
Infamous “Apple copycat” offers an ingenious smartphone battery upgrade that Apple must copy
Xiaomi is offering higher-capacity battery replacements for older Xiaomi 13 phones in China, giving users a practical way to extend device life.
Apple coughs up $250 million to pay iPhone users because Siri just wasn’t smart enough
Apple’s long-delayed Siri upgrade is no longer just an embarrassing AI setback, as the company has agreed to a very real, very hefty settlement. The company is paying $250 million to settle a class-action lawsuit alleging it misled iPhone buyers in the US about the AI-powered Siri features announced as part of Apple Intelligence. According […]
Apple’s iPhone 20 may finally ditch the design we’ve known for years
The 20th anniversary iPhone could be a glassy, buttonless glow-up, with a rumored “Glasswing” design, curved edges, Liquid Glass software, and solid-state buttons finally coming together.
iOS 27 could let users pick an AI model of their choice for text and image tasks
Apple's iOS 27 will reportedly let users swap AI models, including Google's Gemini and Anthropic's Claude, across Writing Tools, Siri, and Image Playground.
iOS 26.5 adding encryption to RCS messages exchanged between Androids and iPhones
iOS 26.5 adds encrypted RCS support for iPhone and Android chats, but users should look for the lock indicator before assuming cross-platform conversations are protected.
OpenAI could launch its first AI agent smartphone in 2027
OpenAI may be developing an AI-first smartphone targeting 2027, focusing on on-device intelligence, advanced processors, and next-gen memory to enable smarter, more autonomous user interactions.
iOS 27 might finally let you create your own custom digital passes in Apple Wallet
Apple is building a QR-code-based pass builder into iOS 27's Wallet app, with three templates (Standard, Membership, and Event), full customization of styles, colors, and text.
What is WhatsApp? How to use the app, tips, tricks, and more
WhatsApp is a free, multifunctional, multiplatform messaging app and one of the most popular call and chat apps available. We give you the lowdown.
Does the Apple iPhone 16 have a headphone jack?
Apple's latest smartphone wants you to believe a faster chip, AI, and a camera button is all you need. But what about the headphone jack convenience?