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Canva AI 2.0 aims to reshape how you turn ideas into polished projects

Canva has unveiled its AI 2.0 update, bringing a more conversational approach to designing and completing projects. Instead of starting from templates, users can describe what they need to generate structured, editable design.
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You can now pre-order Amazon’s stylish Ember Artline TVs

Pre-orders for the Amazon Ember Artline TVs are live in the US and Canada. Amazon's answer to the "art TV" trend features a 1.5-inch slim profile, a matte QLED panel, and a faster Fire TV experience at a starting price of $899.
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The Lord of the Rings: The Hunt for Gollum reveals its cast, and it’s just wonderful

Warner Bros. has revealed the star-studded cast for The Lord of the Rings: The Hunt for Gollum.
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This upcoming phone will turn your photos into videos faster and without the usual AI glitches

Honor's new AI Image to Video 2.0 feature is set to debut with the upcoming Honor 600 series. It runs entirely on-device and addresses the usual glitches you've faced generating AI video.
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Amazon is acquiring Globalstar, the company that powers satellite features on your iPhone

Amazon is buying the company that makes your iPhone's satellite features work. The acquisition puts Amazon at the center of Apple's satellite features and sets the stage for a future where "no service" is a thing of the past.
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Research says AI chatbots judge you, and it doesn’t always end well

Is your AI assistant quietly sabotaging you? New research shows that chatbots are judging users based on rigid, mechanical logic, and the biases they find are stronger than our own.
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Google Home is getting plenty of upgrades to polish your interactions with Gemini

Google is addressing the frustration of getting cut off mid-sentence with the latest batch of Gemini for Home updates, along with a couple of helpful improvements.
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The FBI just cracked open Signal texts on an iPhone. Here’s how to lock yours down

A recent case shows how iPhone notification settings can expose parts of your Signal conversations, even after they're deleted. Here's how it works and what you can do to stay protected.
Unitree's R1 humanoid robot.

This absurdly cheap, cartwheeling humanoid robot may be heading to the US

Unitree's R1, one of the most affordable humanoid robots yet, could soon make its way to international markets, including the US.
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US Mobile’s upcoming hybrid plan aims to make satellite connectivity surprisingly affordable

US Mobile is set to launch a hybrid plan that pairs traditional cell service with Starlink satellite internet at a surprisingly affordable price.
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Razr 70 Ultra leak shows how Motorola plans to impress you with bold new finishes

Leaked renders of the Razr 70 Ultra point to bold new finishes like Alcantara and wood textures.
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X’s Grok AI now breaks language barriers and lets you edit photos using simple prompts

X is rolling out Grok-powered automatic translation and an AI photo editor that lets you tweak images with simple prompts.
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China’s Geely showcases EV charging tech that hits 10-97% in under 9 minutes

Chinese automaker Geely has claimed a new EV charging milestone with its new Lunk & Co 10 going from 10% to 97% in under nine minutes.
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This new compact tablet takes aim at the iPad mini with a better display and a bigger battery

Xiaomi's Redmi K Pad 2 is coming for the iPad mini with a 165Hz display, a massive 9,000mAh battery, and MediaTek's flagship Dimensity 9500 chipset.
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Higgsfield bets on AI-generated series with viewer-picked originals push

Higgsfield has launched its first AI-generated pilot, Arena Zero, alongside a slate of concepts, as it lets viewers vote on which shows move forward into full series.
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The Galaxy Watch Ultra 2’s biggest upgrade may not reach most buyers

The Galaxy Watch Ultra 2 could bring 5G connectivity, but a new report suggests the upgrade may be limited to select markets.
Xiaomi Redmi K90 Max teaser image.

Physical fans inside gaming phones are getting their biggest push yet

Xiaomi is bringing active cooling back into focus with the upcoming Redmi K90 Max, a phone that could push built-in fans beyond niche gaming devices.
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Samsung is raising the price of Galaxy foldables at home. Brace for impact elsewhere, too

Samsung is reportedly planning to raise prices of select Galaxy foldables in its home market due to increasing component and logistics costs, signaling potential price increases for older models globally.
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iOS 26.5 beta 1 sets the stage for ads in Apple Maps

Apple has released the first beta build of iOS 26.5. The update lays the groundwork for ads in Apple Maps and introduces Suggested Places.
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The successor to one of 2025’s best camera phones finally has a launch date

Oppo's next Ultra-tier flagship, the Find X9 Ultra, is set to debut globally late next month, featuring an impressive quad-camera system with dual 200MP sensors and a 10x optical zoom lens.
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The Asus Morph 96 Wireless gives you the custom keyboard feel without the DIY hassle

The Asus ROG Strix Morph 96 Wireless delivers a custom keyboard experience without the DIY hassle, featuring a gasket-mount design, foam damping, and hot-swappable switches for easy experimentation.
Vivo X300 Ultra

Vivo X300 Ultra aims to replace your camera, not just your phone

Vivo has unveiled the X300 Ultra with a pro-grade camera system designed to rival dedicated cameras.
Vertically Integrated Silicon–Carbon Nanotube.

Battery tech that stores over 9 times more energy is here and it’s perfect for your gadgets

Researchers have developed a new silicon-carbon battery design that can store up to nine times more energy while staying stable over time.
Samsung AI Wine Refrigerator.

Samsung made a booze fridge with an AI eye to take care of your fancy wine

Samsung has unveiled an AI-powered wine fridge that can scan, track, and manage your wine collection automatically.
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OpenAI killed the Sora AI video generator and you’re probably guessing the “why” wrong

OpenAI has shut down Sora less than a year after launch, and the real reason isn't what you might expect.
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Instagram could soon let you watch Reels while offline with automatic downloads

Instagram is reportedly testing a feature that could automatically download Reels for offline viewing.
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Samsung is fixing a long-standing OLED monitor problem, and even rival brands are on board

Samsung has introduced a new QuantumBlack film for QD-OLED monitors that reduces reflections adn helps maintain deep blacks in bright environments.
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Android 17 will let apps get the best out of your phone’s camera chops

Android 17 Beta 3 introduces a vendor-defined camera extensions, allowing phone makers to bring their advanced imaging features to third-party apps.
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Vivaldi browser’s tab stacks are a lovely solution that I want on Chrome and Safari

Vivaldi's two-level tab stacks bring a more practical approach to managing tabs on mobile, keeping everything accessible while Chrome and Safari still rely on less intuitive solutions.
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macOS 26.4 adds a neat charging feature that Windows laptops have had for years

macOS 26.4 introduces a new "Slow Charger" indicator that alerts you when your MacBook is connected to an underpowered adapter or cable, making it easier to diagnose slow charging issues.
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Samsung’s new Exynos 1680 promises better AI and graphics performance for mid-range phones

The Exynos 1680 is Samsung's latest mid-range chipset that brings better graphics and faster on-device AI compared to last year's Exynos 1580.
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Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 6 leak suggests Ultra-tier flagships may offer a noticeable performance edge

A new Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 6 leak suggests Qualcomm may equip the Pro variant with a faster GPU and support for newer memory, potentially widening the performance gap between flagship phones.
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ChatGPT can now give you real-time weather updates with AccuWeather

ChatGPT gets real-time weather support through a new AccuWeather app, letting users check forecasts, alerts, and live conditions directly within conversations.
Shopify ChatGPT shopping experience.

You can now browse Shopify stores and shop directly in ChatGPT

OpenAI is expanding ChatGPT‘s shopping capabilities, and it’s now making it easier to browse Shopify-powered brand stores and buy products through a more flexible checkout experience. The update builds on the company’s push into “agentic commerce,” aimed at improving product discovery and streamlining purchases. Is OpenAI moving away from Instant Checkout? OpenAI first introduced ChatGPT’s […]
ChatGPT file management features.

ChatGPT is getting a much-needed upgrade for managing your files

OpenAI is rolling out a new Library tab and Recent files menu in ChatGPT, making it easier to find, reuse, and work with files across conversations.
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The Galaxy S27 Ultra may skip major S Pen upgrades despite Samsung’s ongoing work

Samsung is reportedly working on its next-gen S Pen technology, but a new report suggests it may not arrive with the Galaxy S27 Ultra.
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You can now try Perplexity’s Comet browser on your iPhone

Perplexity's AI-powered Comet browser is now available on iPhone.
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YouTube is outsourcing its AI slop problem to you, and that’s a terrible idea

YouTube's new AI slop rating feature sounds reasonable, but it could backfire in several ways.