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Microsoft browser new tool for making websites more keyboard friendly.

Microsoft’s new browser tool will make websites more keyboard-friendly

Microsoft Edge's new focusgroup attribute lets developers make keyboard-friendly websites with a single line of HTML — no JavaScript libraries, no complex code, no excuses.
Galaxy Buds 4 Pro vs. AirPods Pro 3.

Samsung vs. Apple earbuds in 2026: Everything you need to know before spending $179 or $249

Samsung's Galaxy Buds 4 series and Apple's AirPods lineup arrive in 2026 with bigger ambitions than ever. Hi-Res Audio, heart rate sensing, next-gen ANC — here's how every spec and feature actually stacks up before you spend your money.
Electronics, Mobile Phone, PhoneGalaxy S26 vs. OnePlus 15 vs. Pixel 10.

Galaxy S26 vs. Pixel 10 vs. OnePlus 15: Which Android flagship actually deserves your money?

Software depth, raw hardware, or pure Android — the Galaxy S26, Pixel 10, and OnePlus 15 each make a compelling case. Here's who wins what.
Apple Mac Hardware

Apple gives Studio Display a big Thunderbolt 5 upgrade and VESA adapter

Apple updated the Studio Display for the first time since 2022. Same 5K panel, same price — but Thunderbolt 5 and a better camera finally show up.
Galaxy S26 Ultra vs. iPhone 17 Pro Max.

Galaxy S26 Ultra vs. iPhone 17 Pro Max: Which $1,300 flagship deserves to be in your pocket?

Samsung's S26 Ultra just dropped. Apple's iPhone 17 Pro Max has been winning arguments since September. Both cost over a grand. Here's which one actually makes sense.
iPad Air with M4 chip

iPad Air gets faster M4 chip, more memory, and better connectivity without a price hike

Apple's new iPad Air packs the M4 chip, 12GB of RAM, Wi-Fi 7, and a redesigned iPadOS 26 — all without raising the $599 starting price.
Galaxy S26 vs. iPhone 17.

Galaxy S26 vs. iPhone 17: Which entry-level flagship is right for you?

Galaxy S26 vs iPhone 17 — same screen size, $100 price gap, completely different philosophies. Here's everything that actually matters before you spend your money.
Samsung Galaxy S26

Samsung’s reason for Galaxy S26 price hike is a sign of bad things to come

Samsung blamed the memory shortage for the Galaxy S26 price hike — and they make their own chips. That should worry every Android buyer in 2026.
A MacBook Pro set on a table with a lamp.

Apple’s hotly-awaited low-cost MacBook might not be so low-cost, after all

Apple's budget MacBook has crept from a $599 rumor to a $699–$749 reality — and soaring memory and cobalt costs are the reason why.
Volvo EX30 front profile.

Volvo’s EX30 EV is getting cheaper and adds a cool reverse charging perk

Volvo's EX30 gets a cheaper entry powertrain, two new interiors, V2L charging, and a free OTA update — right alongside a recall affecting 40,000 US batteries.
Samsung Galaxy S26 Plus standing up

Galaxy S26’s audio eraser removes background noise mid-stream, and I’m impressed

Samsung's Audio Eraser started as a simple video editing tool — on the Galaxy S26, it strips background noise from YouTube, Netflix, and Instagram streams in real time.
Magnetic wireless charging case for the Galaxty S26 series.

Samsung Galaxy S26 skips magnets, but they still charge faster and get new gear

Samsung Galaxy S26 skips built-in magnets again, but wireless charging speeds jump to 25W on the Ultra — here's what that actually means for how you charge.
Galaxy S26 Ultra vs. OnePlus 15 vs. Pixel 10 Pro XL.

Galaxy S26 Ultra vs. OnePlus 15 vs. Pixel 10 Pro XL: The ultimate Android flagship comparison of 2026

The S26 Ultra, OnePlus 15, and Pixel 10 Pro XL are all excellent flagships in 2026 — but for wildly different reasons. Here's the full breakdown before you spend over a grand.
Picture of three Galaxy S26 seires phones in one frame.

Everything Samsung announced at the Galaxy S26 launch event

Samsung's Galaxy Unpacked 2026 brought three new S26 phones, Galaxy Buds 4, and smarter AI features — here's everything announced in San Francisco.
Galaxy S26 Ultra vs. Galaxy S25 Ultra featured image.

Galaxy S26 Ultra vs. Galaxy S25 Ultra: Should you upgrade?

Galaxy S26 Ultra vs S25 Ultra compared: refined design, Privacy Display, faster Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, smarter AI, brighter cameras, and quicker charging.
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra

Samsung’s Galaxy S26 Ultra features a built-in Privacy Display and an exclusive Snapdragon chip

Samsung's Galaxy S26 Ultra debuts a built-in Privacy Display, custom Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 chip, smarter Galaxy AI tools, and faster 60W charging in a thinner design.
Electronics, Mobile Phone, Phone, Nothing

Nothing’s latest transparent phone is pink in color, and it looks gorgeous

Nothing unveils the Phone 4a in a striking pink finish, introduces a new Glyph Bar design, and confirms a March 5, 2026, launch event.
YouTube

YouTube’s Premium Lite gets a tad sweeter with essential features

YouTube upgrades Premium Lite with background play and offline downloads, addressing long-standing complaints while keeping music features exclusive to full Premium subscribers.
Lamborghini EV.

Lamborghini kills its upcoming all-electric Lanzador because of nearly zero interest

Lamborghini cancels its all-electric Lanzador after weak demand, pivoting to plug-in hybrids by 2030 as CEO says EVs lack emotional appeal for buyers.
Computer, Electronics, Laptop

Samsung brings Galaxy Book6 laptops to the US, and they roam pretty close to MacBook Air

Samsung's Galaxy Book 6 series lands in the US with Intel's latest Panther Lake chips, premium AMOLED displays, and pricing that edges uncomfortably close to Apple's MacBook Air.
spotify-page-match-feature

Spotify’s next big update could make its recommendations make more sense

Spotify is developing Taste Profile Notes, a feature that lets users tell the algorithm exactly what they're listening to and refine recommendations proactively in the app.
Samsung Galaxy Buds 3 Pro next to Apple AirPods Pro Gen 2.

Samsung leak drops info on a whole bunch of feature upgrades on Galaxy Buds 4

A new Samsung leak reveals head gestures, camera remote controls, and a find-my-phone button for Galaxy Buds 4 Pro, but skips a rumored charging case speaker.
The screen on the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra.

Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra’s cool privacy display is coming to more phones

Samsung's Privacy Display on the Galaxy S26 Ultra may soon expand to Chinese brands like Xiaomi and Oppo, bringing hardware-level anti-shoulder-surfing technology mainstream.
iPhone 17e in all colors on white background.

iPhone 17e: Everything you need to know about Apple’s cheapest iPhone

Apple's iPhone 17e is officially here with the A19 chip, MagSafe, 256GB base storage, and a $599 price tag. Here's everything you need to know.
A person using an Apple MacBook Air with a Studio Display monitor.

Apple apparently has two new Studio Display models lined up for launch

macOS 26.3 reveals references to two new Studio Display 2 models, suggesting Apple may launch upgraded external monitors with 120Hz, mini-LED, and enhanced chips.
Samsung Galaxy Buds 3 Pro next to Apple AirPods Pro Gen 2.

Samsung isn’t aping the AirPods, but doing a better job on the upcoming Galaxy Buds 4

Leaked Galaxy Buds 4 photos suggest Samsung isn't copying AirPods, it's refining the formula with smarter design, better ergonomics, and more personality.
Pomelli Google AI Photoshoot feature.

Google’s secret AI tool feels like a professional photoshoot powerhouse in your pocket

Google Labs' new Pomelli Photoshoot turns basic product snaps into studio-quality marketing images, giving small businesses a fast, affordable AI-powered creative department.
Google Maps limited view for non signed-in users.

Google Maps tests hiding reviews and images unless you sign in

Google Maps is rolling out a limited view for signed-out users that hides photos, reviews, and popular features, leading to confusion, frustration, and login prompts galore.
Apple Watch Series 11 on home screen.

Meta could launch a smartwatch in 2026, years after killing its original plans

Meta is reportedly reviving its smartwat.ch plans for 2026, focusing on AI-powered features and health tracking to compete with Apple, Samsung, and Google
Amazon Audible

Amazon brings a new Audible feature that lets you enjoy ebooks with lyrical reading

Amazon's Audible introduces Immersion Reading, syncing audiobook narration with on-screen text for a karaoke-style reading experience that boosts focus, comprehension, and monthly content consumption.
Samsung Galaxy S25 colors

Samsung just might serve a bad price surprise for the Galaxy 26 series

Rising DRAM costs and Apple's pricing strategy could force Samsung to reconsider Galaxy S26 pricing, with last-minute changes still possible before launch.
Top half of the Pixel 10 display, showing home screen with a world clock widget

Google is planning an iPhone-like face unlock system for Pixel phones and Chromebooks

Google's "Project Toscana" hints at secure, Face ID–like facial recognition for future Pixel phones and Chromebooks, potentially using hybrid sensors, IR tech, and Tensor-powered liveness detection.
Stolen device protection feature on iPhone.

iOS 26.4 puts your iPhone in anti-theft mode by default

Apple's latest iOS 26.4 beta turns on Stolen Device Protection by default, adding biometric safeguards and delays to keep thieves from hijacking stolen iPhones.
The Nothing Phone 3a Pro.

Nothing is ready for March 5 event with the new 4a series phones

Nothing confirms a March 5 global launch for the Phone 4a and 4a Pro, teasing bold colors, flagship ambitions, Snapdragon 7s Gen 4, and Nothing OS 4.0.
Electronics, Phone, Mobile Phone

Apple’s Podcast glow-up brings video, ads, and offline viewing

Apple brings native HLS-powered video streaming to Podcasts, enabling seamless switching, offline downloads, dynamic ads, and expanded creator tools across its ecosystem this spring.
Food, Fruit, Plant

Everything Apple announced in March 2026

Apple launched eight new products in March 2026, from the affordable iPhone 17e and MacBook Neo to the powerful M5 MacBook Pro and surprise AirPods Max 2. Here's everything you need to know.
Google Docs Audio Summaries feature.

Gemini can now create audio summaries of your Google Docs

Google Docs gets Gemini-powered Audio Summaries, transforming lengthy documents into short, podcast-style recaps you can hear on the move instead of reading line by line.
Tesla yoke-style steering wheel.

After hidden doors, yoke-style half-steering wheels could go out of vogue soon

China's upcoming 2027 safety rules could effectively ban yoke-style steering wheels after targeting flush door handles, signaling a broader shift toward traditional, safety-focused vehicle design.