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Vivo X200 series.

Vivo just teased its Galaxy S25 competitor, and it looks great

The Vivo X200 Pro is coming soon, and in a new tease, we get a great look at the incoming Galaxy S25 alternative.
A person holding the Xiaomi Mix Flip, seen from the side.

Xiaomi’s new smartphone patent is one of the wildest I’ve ever seen

Are we seeing this right? The phone can split into two separate pieces, connected by magnets?
A person holding the Nothing Phone 2a Plus.

Nothing’s Android 15 beta is live, but only for one of its phones

Nothing's Android 15 beta is officially live. However, it's only available for one of the company's smartphones.
Galaxy A16 banner Samsung.

The Samsung Galaxy A16 sets a new record for budget Android phones

Samsung's newest budget phone, the Galaxy A16, sets a new standard for software updates on budget Android phones — and we're impressed.
A person wearing the Samsung Galaxy Ring and the Oura Ring.

Waiting for an Apple smart ring? We have bad news

According to Apple Insider Mark Gurman, you should get used to wearing an Apple Watch for the foreseeable future.
Google's Ask Photos debut.

Google’s Ask Photo feature is available for users that joined a waitlist

Select users can now search their entire Photos library through AI prompts.
A group of fantasy warriors fighting a golem in Throne and Liberty.

Can’t get into Throne and Liberty? New server cap limits may help

As it turns out, the servers were overencumbered. Amazon Games has given them a strength boost.
A screenshot of the Panels app.

MKBHD updated his Panels app, but didn’t fix the biggest problem

The much-maligned Panels app from MKBHD has seen improvements but is still far too expensive for the average user.
The camera app running on the Samsung Galaxy S24 FE.

Samsung’s redesigned camera app will make you feel like Ansel Adams

One-handed mobile photography has never been so easy thanks to Samsung's redesigned camera app.
Someone wearing an original Apple Watch Ultra showing the battery.

Is watchOS 11 giving you bad Apple Watch battery life? A fix is here

Apple released an update version of watchOS 11 that should resolve the biggest battery life problems users have encountered.
A person holding the Samsung Galaxy S24 Ultra.

Samsung’s One UI 7 update has been significantly delayed

The long-awaited One UI 7 update likely won't arrive until 2025, with the release of the Galaxy S25 series.
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Amazon quietly launched three new Android tablets with a bunch of AI features

You might have missed it, but Amazon recently launched three new Android tablets. Here are all of the details.
Verizon banner splashed across iPhone screen.

Verizon is shutting down its popular texting app. Here’s why

Verizon Messages has been around for years. Now, it's getting ready to shut down. Here's why.
The Google Pixel Watch 3 next to the Pixel Watch.

Your Wear OS smartwatch could soon get RCS texting

RCS texting is a huge convenience on Android phones. Now, it looks like it could come soon to Wear OS smartwatches.
The display on the Google Pixel 9 Pro XL.

The Android 16 code name has leaked, and it’s not what we expected

A key Android 16 detail has leaked: its dessert-themed code name.
A person wearing the Samsung Galaxy Watch 7.

Your next Samsung Galaxy Watch could have incredible battery life

Samsung is reportedly working on new battery tech that has the potential to change the game.
T-Mobile smartphone.

T-Mobile has been fined millions of dollars. Here are all the details

The FCC is holding T-Mobile accountable for multiple data breaches reaching back to 2021.
A person holding the Google Pixel 9.

This Google app will make your Pixel look more like an iPhone

The Google Phone app is apparently getting a big redesign, and it's one that's heavily inspired by the iPhone.
A close-up of the iPhone 16 Pro camera.

Here’s how much the iPhone camera has changed in 10 years

This comparison shows that the iPhone 6 camera is probably a lot better than you remember, despite the past decade of improvements.
A person holding an Android phone while on a bike. The display shows the Google Play Store.

A virus infected more than 11 million Android devices. Here’s what we know

The Necro malware uses devices to generate revenue and income streams for the attacker.
The Spotify app on an iPhone.

Thousands of users report a Spotify outage this morning

You aren't alone. Thousands of listeners have reported problems with both the Spotify app and website.
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Here we go again: Blizzard is said to be working on another StarCraft shooter

In an interview with IGN, Jason Schreier said fans might finally get the game they've wanted for years.
Apple HomePod 2023

The next Apple HomeKit device could blend HomePod, iPad, and AI

Discoveries in Apple's backend code suggest a new HomeKit accessory might be on the way.
A screenshot of the iPhone 16 Pro from iFixit's teardown video.

Here’s what the inside of the iPhone 16 Pro looks like

What does the inside of the iPhone 16 Pro look like? iFixit found out in its teardown video.
RedMagic Nova Gaming Tablet

RedMagic just announced one of 2024’s most ridiculous Android tablets

This gaming-focused tablet is a powerhouse that can handle even AAA titles without breaking a sweat. Here's a preview of the RedMagic Nova.
The white titanium iPhone 16 Pro showing the back glass and display.

Is the Apple iPhone 16 waterproof?

The iPhone 16 lineup is a tough series of phones, but they aren't completely immune to damage from dust and moisture.
Two Samsung Galaxy Watch 7 smartwatches laying next to each other on a table.

The Samsung Galaxy Watch just got a lot more exciting for developers

Samsung is opening up the Galaxy Watch to developers in exciting new ways. Here's what's changing.
The iPhone 16 laying face-down outside.

Is the iPhone 16 in trouble? Early sales data doesn’t look good

The iPhone 16 is a great smartphone, but are people buying it? Early sales data paints a not-so-great picture.
Moto G 5G (2024) in Sage Green showing Gmail.

Your Gmail app will soon help protect you from scams

Email scams are an annoying fact of life. Here's how the Gmail app is helping protect you from them.
Someone wearing the Google Pixel Watch 3, showing the app drawer.

Future Pixel Watches could solve Google’s repairability problem

A Google exec's comments suggest that a more repairable Pixel Watch might be on the way.
Photo of a Transformers Tecno phone.

This company just announced a Transformers phone, and it looks incredible

Hear that buzzing sound? It's Bumblebee and Optimus Prime phone designs, fresh from the Tecno Spark 30 line.
A screenshot of the Panels app.

MKBHD released a wallpaper app, and it’s getting destroyed

Popular tech YouTuber MKBHD released a new wallpaper app called Panels. It's getting a lot of attention, but not for the right reasons.
Someone holding the Motorola Razr 2024, showing its cover screen.

Motorola might be working on another cheap foldable. Here’s what we know

A new Razr foldable might just be in the works, based on information gathered from a benchmarking website.
Samsung Galaxy S23 FE Mint Green color along with a Samsung notebook and a cermaic bowl with lemons.

Samsung’s next Android phone may get an annoying price hike

The Galaxy S24 FE looks like it will be priced higher than previous generations, following the trend seen with other Samsung phones this year.