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Samsung Galaxy S25 and Galaxy S25 Plus colors.

Samsung Galaxy S26 series price leak is a sigh of relief

A new leak suggests Samsung may lower Galaxy S26 Ultra prices despite rising memory costs, potentially undercutting last year's model and signaling a rare win for flagship buyers.
Silver Tesla Model S

Tesla kills Models S and X in a shocking twist to make more robots

Tesla will end Model S and Model X production in 2026 as it pivots to Optimus robots, marking a strategic shift away from legacy premium EVs.
MSi Prestige 14-inch flip screen laptop.

MSI’s sleek Prestige laptops finally hit the shelf with Intel Panther Lake chips

MSI's Prestige laptops with Intel Panther Lake processors launch in the US, offering OLED touch displays, long battery life, premium design, and next-generation wireless connectivity.
The back of the Samsung Galaxy A36.

Samsung’s next budget Galaxy-A phone appears in a leak with a tiring look

Leaked Galaxy A37 renders reveal Samsung's unchanged budget phone design, mirroring the A36 with flat panels, familiar cameras, modest specs, and another year of fatigue.
Rear shell of iPhone 17 Pro.

iPhone 18 might avoid the ugly price hike trend coming for smartphones in 2026

Apple may avoid iPhone 18 price hikes despite soaring LPDDR memory costs, with analyst Ming-Chi Kuo highlighting supplier leverage and Apple's margin-absorption strategy.
The screen on the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra.

Samsung confirms a cool privacy screen upgrade for the Galaxy S26 series

Samsung confirms Galaxy S26 Privacy Display, a pixel-level, angle-restricted screen feature that blocks shoulder surfing using OLED hardware and One UI intelligence.
The Google Pixel Watch's keyboard.

Texting on Wear OS smartwatches could soon get a tax less vexing

Google Messages on Wear OS may soon add emoji reactions and a Mark as read option, reducing typing friction and bringing smartwatch texting closer to Android's experience.
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Google wants Chrome to show what parts of a webpage are human or AI-generated

Google is exploring a new Chrome feature that could clearly label which parts of a webpage are human-written or AI-generated.
The Nothing Phone 3a Pro's camera.

It looks like two new budget-centric Nothing smartphone could arrive soon

Nothing is preparing two new budget-focused smartphones, the Phone 4a and Phone 4a Pro, as regulatory listings reveal pricing hints, battery details, charging speeds, and possible global availability plans.
A person holding the Apple iPhone 16e.

The next-gen iPhone Air could bring a thinner Face ID

Apple's next-generation iPhone Air could feature a slimmer Face ID module, potentially enabling a smaller Dynamic Island and freeing internal space for camera upgrades.
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Apple may have scaled back a few of its original AI features for Siri

Apple is reportedly rolling out its new AI-powered Siri in phases, with early features arriving in iOS 26.4 and a fully reimagined assistant planned for 2026.
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Samsung leak shows a deep feature cut finally going away on the Galaxy S26

A new leak suggests Samsung may drop the 128GB base model with the Galaxy S26, signaling a storage shake-up, pricing questions, and possible memory-supply pressure.
Xiaomi SU7 Max SUV first look

Tesla Model 3 got outsold by an EV from a Chinese smartphone brand

Xiaomi's SU7 electric sedan has outsold Tesla's Model 3 in China for the first time, marking a potential shift in EV dominance and boosting Chinese brands while posing a fresh challenge to Tesla's strategy.
The rear of the OnePlus 15R, held in a man's hand.

OnePlus 15T leak spills details on a curious camera situation

A new leak suggests the OnePlus 15T could retain a dual 50MP camera setup similar to its predecessor, while pairing flagship Snapdragon performance with a massive battery for a compact phone.
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WhatsApp has begun testing a long-overdue group chat feature

WhatsApp is testing a new "group chat history sharing" feature that allows admins to share up to 100 recent messages with new members, helping them understand context instantly when joining.
Acer Chromebook 311 featured image.

Acer’s new Chromebook 311 offers a military-grade build and easy repairs

Acer launches two rugged Chromebooks with MediaTek Kompanio 540, up to 15 hours of battery life, MIL-STD durability, easy repairability, and Wi-Fi 7, starting at about $499 in the U.S.
Volvo EX60 electric SUV.

Volvo’s first EV with Gemini AI integration and a 28-speaker audio system is here

Volvo unveils the all-new EX60 EV with Google's Gemini AI, up to 400 miles of range, 800-volt tech, premium 28-speaker audio, and fast charging, a milestone for the brand.
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Sony reveals open-ear LinkBuds Clip earbuds to keep you tethered to the real world

Sony launches LinkBuds Clip open-ear earbuds with a unique clip-on design, up to 37 hours of playback, and listening modes that let you stay connected to your surroundings.
Sennheiser TV headphones with transmitter.

Sennheiser’s new headphones can save you from bad TV speakers with a new transmitter

Sennheiser's RS 275 TV headphones and new Auracast transmitter promise clearer dialogue, private listening, and an easy fix for underwhelming TV speakers.
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Apple might launch an even more powerful AirPods Pro version this year

Apple may introduce a higher-end AirPods Pro variant in 2026, featuring infrared cameras, gesture controls, and Vision Pro integration.
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Brace yourself: Nvidia and AMD GPU prices may rise as top AIBs adjust costs

Rising VRAM costs are pushing NVIDIA and AMD GPU partners toward higher prices, with quiet retail adjustments, shrinking base models, and premium-heavy lineups.
Mario Kart World plays on a Nintendo Switch 2 screen.

You might want to grab a Switch 2 now to avoid a price hike later in 2026

Nintendo's Switch 2 could see a price hike in 2026 as rising memory costs, tariffs, and market pressures loom, prompting early buyers to wonder whether now is the cheapest time to jump in.
Samsung leaked Qi2 wireless powerbank.

Samsung’s leaked Qi2 wireless powerbank offers a 5,000 mAh capacity for a steep price

Samsung’s leaked Qi2 magnetic power bank hints at full Qi2 support on the Galaxy S26, featuring a sleek off-white design, a kickstand, 15W wireless charging, and a premium price tag.
Apple iPhone 17 in Lavender Purple

iPhone 18 Pro might not feature a punch-hole display after all

Fresh leaks suggest Apple's iPhone 18 Pro won't ditch the Dynamic Island after all. A mistranslation sparked punch-hole rumors, but insiders now point to under-display Face ID tech instead.
A screenshot of Samsung's next-generation Bixby.

Samsung announces the new avatar of Bixby with Perplexity power (and then deletes the post)

Samsung had unveiled a significant AI upgrade to Bixby with One UI 8.5, powered by Perplexity for real-time web search and natural language understanding, but it deleted the newsroom post soon after.
The Lenovo Yoga 7 14 2-in-1 laptop on a white background.

Samsung, Lenovo, and LG laptops are going to cost you more this year

Samsung, LG, and Lenovo are already signaling higher prices, with premium and even mid-range models set to cost significantly more.
A person holding the Samsung Galaxy S25.

Samsung might avoid a price hike for Galaxy S26 Ultra, but you might lose some perks

Samsung may keep Galaxy S26 Ultra pricing steady in the U.S., but rising memory costs could mean fewer launch perks, higher variants, and tougher decisions for early buyers.
The Google Pixel 9a's camera.

Pixel 10a might dodge a price hike, but that isn’t entirely good news

Google's Pixel 10a could launch at the same price as the Pixel 9a, avoiding a memory-driven price hike, while offering nearly identical hardware.
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Satellite 5G could be the next big upgrade for Apple’s upcoming ‘Pro’ iPhones

Apple's iPhone 18 Pro could debut true 5G via Satellite, enabling high-speed connectivity beyond cellular coverage and redefining smartphone satellite communication.
Rear shell of OnePlus 15.

A 200MP sensor might put OnePlus 16 back in the camera race later this year

OnePlus 16 leaks suggest a 200MP primary camera and dual 50MP shooters, signaling a major camera overhaul after the Hasselblad split.
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ChatGPT Go is now available in the U.S., but be prepared to see ads

ChatGPT Go launches globally at $8/month, offering higher limits, access to GPT-5.2, larger memory, and a low-cost upgrade over free ChatGPT.
Apple iPhone 17 Pro in Cosmic Orange next to the iPhone 17 Pro Max in Deep Blue

Exchanging your old iPhone for a new one? Apple just revised its trade-in rates

Apple has revised trade-in values for iPhones and other Apple devices again, with newer models seeing the sharpest declines since the iPhone 17 launch.
Person drawing the Finder icon on a MacBook using Intricuit's Magic Screen.

OLED MacBook Pro displays may already be in production ahead of rumored 2026 launch

Apple's OLED MacBook Pro may be ahead of schedule, as reports suggest display panel production has already begun, bringing the long-awaited upgrade closer to launch.
Rivian R2 featured image.

Rivian reaches key milestone for its R2 electric SUV, deliveries are coming soon

Rivian's R2 electric SUV just cleared a crucial production hurdle. With near-final vehicles rolling off the line, deliveries suddenly feel a lot closer than before.
Rear view of lid on M4 MacBook Air.

MacBook Pro models with more powerful M5 series chips could be right around the corner

Apple's next MacBook Pro refresh with M5 Pro and M5 Max chips could launch sooner than expected, possibly alongside its new Creator Studio subscription for professionals.
Samsung Galaxy S25 AI Brief.

Samsung won’t charge you for Galaxy AI features (or at least some of them)

Samsung confirms Galaxy AI's basic features will remain free, but new wording hints some advanced tools may eventually cost extra.
The OLED display on the Apple iPhone 16e in White

iPhone 17e might finally embrace a modern redesign as a leak hints at an impending launch

A new leak suggests Apple's iPhone 17e could finally ditch the notch, adopt Dynamic Island, gain flagship-level performance, and launch earlier than expected in 2026.
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Are you a Spotify Premium subscriber? Get ready to pay $12.99 per month from February

Spotify will raise Premium prices to $12.99 from February 2026 in the U.S. and parts of Europe, citing growth pressures despite strong Q3 results.