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Rear view of Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Special Edition.

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Special Edition is slimmer, yet more powerful

Samsung's latest is a slimmer foldable phone that gets a style makeover with striped glass. The rear camera gets a boost, and there's more memory inside, too.
Mockup of fourth-generation iPhone SE camera bump.

The iPhone SE might serve an unexpected surprise next year

The 2025 iPhone SE refresh will embrace a design makeover and boot Apple Intelligence. But an enticing leak suggests a Plus surprise could also tag along.
Apple Intelligence update on iPhone 15 Pro Max.

Apple’s internal tests show Siri isn’t quite ready to beat ChatGPT

According to Bloomberg, Apple's internal research exposed the wide gulf between Siri and ChatGPT when it comes raw AI intelligence and accuracy.
A render of the iPhone Air.

iPhone 17 ‘Slim’ leaks focus on sharp looks but modest specs

As per an analyst, the upcoming “slim” model in the iPhone 17 series will take a rather modest approach to internal hardware and will bank more on the looks.
Person reading a post on the iPhone 16 Pro.

iPhone 16 Pro users are vexed by UI freezing and camera woes

Reddit and Apple’s community forum are brimming with reports of the iPhone 16 Pro series running into weird stutters, frozen UI, overheating, and camera snags.
Samsung Galaxy S24 FE and Galaxy S23 FE side by side.

Samsung Galaxy S24 FE vs S23 FE: Time for an upgrade?

Samsung's new Galaxy S24 FE is not merely a yearly iterative upgrade. It goes big, literally, but it's the software situation that takes precedence this year.
OnePlus logo on the OnePlus 12 Glacial White.

This could be our first look at the OnePlus 13

We've heard a lot of OnePlus 13 leaks recently. Now, a new photo may finally give us a good look at its design.
Using Photographic Styles control pad on iPhone 16 Pro.

Photographic Styles is the best iPhone feature I’ve used in years

The iPhone 16 series is not all about souped-up camera kit. Thanks to the silicon advancements, it gets a feature that turns even bland frames into art pieces.
Amazon Kindle Colorsoft Signature Edition on a table.

The Kindle Colorsoft is a Kindle we’ve waited years for

Amazon revealed the Kindle Colorsoft Signature Edition, an e-reader that serves up a color panel inside a waterproof chassis, with wireless charging support.
2024 iPad mini in the hands of a person.

The problem with the new iPad mini

The 2024 iPad mini is arguably the most powerful small tablet in the world. It's just not solving any of the practical problems that plagued its predecessor.
Android 15 logo on a Google Pixel 8.

Android 15 is now rolling out to Pixels. Here’s what’s new

Google has finally released the stable build of Android 15. The latest iteration focuses on data privacy and safety in case users lose access to their phone.
Vivo X200 Pro Mini in pink.

The Vivo X200 Pro mini is the small phone of my dreams

Small phones don't necessarily have to be a watered-down mess. To that end, Vivo's X200 Pro mini sets compact phone standards that are mind-bendingly high.
Mechazilla catching Starship booster stage.

SpaceX captures Starship booster for the first time in historic test

SpaceX hit a major milestone as it caught the returning Starship booster with giant metallic arms, while the spacecraft made a targeted splashdown.
Person wearing Meta Orion smart glasses.

Apple is hoping to one-up Meta with its own smart glasses

Meta wowed the world with its Orion AR glasses a few weeks ago. Apple's Vision Products Group is now working on own take.
Setting primary email address after iOS 18.1 update.

iOS 18.1 brings two sorely needed email features to the iPhone

The introduction of iOS 18.1 have brought changes that will make it easier for users who want to make an inbox address change for their account activities.
samsung galaxy s24 fe review 13

Samsung Galaxy S25 FE could serve a double whammy of big surprises

Samsung is apparently eyeing a slim makeover with the Galaxy S25 FE next year, and it seems MediaTek will drive the silicon vehicle on this one.
iPhone 14 Pro and iPhone 16 Pro against a purple background.

Apple iPhone 16 Pro vs. iPhone 14 Pro: Is it upgrade time?

The iPhone 16 Pro is one of the most comprehensive generation-over-generation upgrades Apple has served up in years. Is it enough to ditch the iPhone 14 Pro?
LG's most recent phones.

LG might be getting back into the smartphone space

LG once showcased a wild phone with a rollable screen. Then came news that its phone ambitions are dead. It seems LG’s display unit aims to keep the idea alive.
See through glass shell on an iPhone 16 Pro.

Someone made a transparent iPhone 16 Pro, and it looks phenomenal

Apple may not exactly play it adventurous with design, but if you've ever dreamed of a transparent shell iPhone, know that it's real. But it's not a cakewalk.
MediaTek Dimensity 9400 inside a phone.

The MediaTek Dimensity 9400 just raised the bar for Android phones

MediaTek’s latest phone chip is the Dimensity 9400, and this one takes the silicon war to the 3nm turf. But its AI goals are an even more ambitious.
Home Screen of OnePlus Pad 2.

The OnePlus Pad 2 is the best Android tablet I’ve used this year

The OnePlus Pad 2 comes out swinging with a ton of processing firepower, polished accessories, and, above all, an alluring price tag. Is it worth buying?
Apple Intelligence update on iPhone 15 Pro Max.

Apple Intelligence is right around the corner, with a few absent perks

Apple will reportedly roll out the iOS 18.1 update on October 28, bringing Apple Intelligence to a select few iPhones and iPads without some core upgrades.
Updated Summary Cards in Gmail.

Gmail app’s latest updates are all about reading less, doing more

Gmail's Summary Cards will now serve tracking details and quick action buttons at the top. On iOS, Gemini is bringing it's email processing chops to your inbox.
Android Theft Detection on Pixel 9.

Android phones have started receiving crucial anti-theft features

If your phone is swiped, on-device intelligence will sense it and automatically lock the screen. Users will also be able to lock stolen devices remotely.
Mockup of fourth-generation iPhone SE camera bump.

The iPhone SE 4 sounds amazing. But there’s still one big unknown

The 2025 iPhone SE could be a bag of surprises. It could serve an OLED screen with an AI-ready silicon. For all those perks, though, it might ask a steep price.
The iPhone 14 Plus's main Home screen.

New iPhone SE 4 details just leaked. Here’s what we learned

The next iPhone SE might ditch a design that arrived in 2017, and embrace one we first saw in 2022. Yet, its most killer feature would live inside the silicon.
iPhone 16 Pro Max in Desert Titanium.

Next year’s iPhone could get a surprise new button

The next Apple flagship could stir surprise with a new physical button. Here's what we know about how it might work.
Reading comics on Hannspree HannsNote 2 tablet.

The HannsNote 2 is an Android tablet unlike any other

You probably haven't heard of the HannsNote 2 before, but once you read about it, you won't be able to stop thinking about it.
Using Halide Process Zero Camera on an iPhone 15 Pro Max.

How Halide Process Zero changed my iPhone camera forever

AI is everywhere, and so is a brand’s signature color processing in your photos. For purists who prefer realism and editing space, Halide has something special.
Razer Kraken V4 Pro headphones viewed from the side.

Razer’s new headphones serve in-game haptics straight to your skull

Razer's Kraken V4 Pro headphones are decked out in gamer audio luxuries, but their secret weapon is a haptics system that plays to the tune of in-game content.
Apple HomePod 2023

Apple’s tabletop device might usher in a new OS with Apple Intelligence

Apple's smart home ambitions will hit the market next year, and it seems they will boot an entirely new OS with Apple Intelligence leading the charge.
A person holding the Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra.

The Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra may get a big performance boost

Samsung is eyeing a crucial hardware upgrade for the Galaxy S25 Ultra that could take its AI chops, especially the on-device tricks, to the next level.
Working with Google Gemini in Sheets.

Google gives Gemini a boost in Sheets and a cool trick in NotebookLM

Using text prompts, Google Sheets can now create structured tables instead of plain text layouts, while NotebookLM will break down YouTube videos.
A person holding the Google Pixel 9, showing the camera.

I tried the Google Pixel 9’s AI features. Here’s why you should use them

The Pixel 9 is a great phone. Gemini makes it even better. I had my doubts, but this AI is no laughing business and leaves Apple Intelligence far behind.