Apple is eyeing an “Ask Siri” feature that puts the assistant everywhere on your iPhone
Apple is testing an “Ask Siri” feature that lets you interact with the assistant across apps, turning it into a more conversational, context-aware tool that works directly with what is on your screen.
Warner, Disney, and NBC are fighting Google & Apple over control of your smart TVs
Disney, NBCUniversal, and others are calling for stricter EU rules on smart TV platforms, arguing that companies like Google, Amazon, and Samsung increasingly control what you see on your TV.
AirDrop support is coming to Samsung Galaxy phones, starting with S26
Galaxy phones could soon send files to iPhones using AirDrop, with Samsung confirming the feature will roll out gradually, starting with the upcoming Galaxy S26 lineup.
Google is removing the hassle of remembering SIM codes on Android 17
Android 17 could eliminate the hassle of remembering SIM PINs by automatically entering them after you unlock your device, while still protecting your SIM on other phones.
This utterly simple fix can make buffering less frustrating while streaming videos online
Instead of freezing to buffer, videos could play slightly slower without you noticing, with research showing this approach feels smoother and less frustrating for most viewers.
AI is reviving Val Kilmer in the upcoming film “As Deep as the Grave”
As Deep as the Grave uses AI to restore Val Kilmer’s presence in a role written for him, with his family backing the decision despite ongoing debates around technology in filmmaking.
Spotify has a new Exclusive Mode to please audiophile ears with bit-perfect playback
Spotify’s new Exclusive Mode lets you bypass system audio processing on desktop, delivering bit-perfect playback and a cleaner listening experience, especially if you are using external DACs or high-end audio gear.
Dune 3 trailer is out with Robert Pattinson playing the new antagonist
Dune 3’s first trailer teases a darker chapter for Paul, as war escalates and Robert Pattinson’s antagonist enters the story, adding a new layer of tension to an already fragile empire.
House of Marley’s new Bluetooth speaker has a built-in bottle opener
This new Bluetooth speaker from House of Marley packs 20 hours of battery, rugged IP67 protection, and a built-in bottle opener to make your outdoor hangouts more convenient.
A new Netflix, but over USB? Video StoreAge sells indie films on thumb drives
Video StoreAge is offering indie films on USB drives, letting you own movies permanently instead of relying on streaming platforms where titles can disappear.
WhatsApp guest chat feature will let you communicate with users without an account
WhatsApp is testing a guest chat feature that lets you message people who do not have an account by sending them an invite link.
Peacock app is getting vertical NBA videos and a Jeopardy game, too
Peacock is adding AI-powered features to its mobile app, including vertical NBA videos, a personalized Bravo hub guided by Andy Cohen, and a Jeopardy trivia game inside the app.
Netflix is bringing back KPop Demon Hunters for a sequel
KPop Demon Hunters is officially getting a sequel on Netflix, with directors Maggie Kang and Chris Appelhans returning to continue the story of the demon fighting K pop group Huntrix.
Stewie from Family Guy is getting his own two-season spinoff series
Fox has ordered a new Family Guy spinoff centered on Stewie Griffin, giving the mischievous baby genius his own series with a two-season order.
Disney+ app gets its own doomscrolling fix with a dedicated vertical video feed
Disney+ is introducing Verts, a TikTok style vertical video feed that lets you discover movies and shows by scrolling through short clips before jumping straight into the full title.
How to create a protected WhatsApp for kids under 13 years of age?
WhatsApp now lets parents create protected accounts for kids under 13, giving guardians control over privacy settings while allowing children to message safely.
Google is adjusting the very core of Android OS to speed up your phone
Google is bringing a new optimization method called AutoFDO to Android’s kernel, using real usage data from popular apps to make the operating system run faster and more efficiently.
You can now stream full songs on TikTok, if you pay for Apple Music
TikTok now lets you stream full songs directly inside the app using Apple Music. If you subscribe to Apple Music, you can tap Play Full Song on TikTok and listen without leaving the platform.
Samsung’s new security feature restarts your phone after 72 hours of inactivity
Samsung has introduced an Inactivity Restart feature that automatically reboots Galaxy phones after three days of inactivity to help protect sensitive data if a device is lost or left unattended.
AI projector system beams makeup on your face by just saying the look you want
Researchers in Japan have built an AI projector system that beams makeup onto your face based on the mood you describe, turning phrases like “night rose” into real color combinations.
Google’s AI Mode in Search now lets you plan, write, and code on its own Canvas
Google Search has updated Canvas inside AI Mode, a workspace powered by Gemini that already lets users draft and refine documents, to now support coding projects and interactive tools. With the latest update, you can plan, code, and build small apps directly inside Google Search without switching to separate editors or coding environments. Recommended Videos […]
This smart device stops sneaky AI gadgets from listening to your conversations
Spectre I is a portable device that prevents nearby microphones from recording your voice, by creating a protection zone around you that blocks smart devices, phones, and AI recorders from capturing conversations.
How to set up your calling card on an Android phone and customize it
Android users can now personalize their call screen with a new Calling Card feature in the Google Phone app. Here is a guide to setting it up and customizing how your contacts appear.
