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HKC 1080Hz refresh rate gaming monitor.

The world’s first gaming monitor with a 1080Hz refresh rate is here, but is it meant for you?

HKC unveils the world's first 1080Hz gaming monitor at CES 2026, featuring dual-mode operation, DisplayPort 2.1, and a glimpse into the future of ultra-high-refresh esports displays.
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Samsung’s latest AI trick upscales old K-Dramas to 4K quality on TVs

Samsung TV Plus uses AI upscaling to enhance classic K-dramas, making older shows look closer to 4K on modern Samsung TVs.
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Alexa+ adds conversation AI shopping and travel planning for Expedia, Yelp, and more

Amazon's Alexa+ gains conversational AI integrations with Expedia, Yelp, Angi, and Square, enabling voice-based booking, shopping, and service planning.
Creative visualization of a new LG UltraGear gaming monitor.

LG’s new UltraGear evo monitors go big on resolution and AI upscaling

LG unveils new UltraGear evo gaming monitors at CES 2026, featuring 5K resolution, Mini-LED and tandem OLED panels, and built-in AI upscaling.
Gemini and Gmail apps on the home screen of an Android phone.

Google might let you adjust the name of your Gmail address, at last

Google is quietly testing a feature that lets users change their Gmail username, starting with a limited rollout in India and potentially expanding worldwide.
The rear of the OnePlus 15R, held in a man's hand.

OnePlus’ upcoming battery monster phone shows its face, and its looks awfully familiar

Leaked live images of the OnePlus Turbo reveal a familiar design, a massive 9,000mAh battery, and mid-range hardware, signaling OnePlus' growing focus on endurance over flagship specs.
Apple iPhone 17 Pro in Cosmic Orange next to the iPhone 17 Pro Max in Deep Blue

Memory crisis seems to have hit Xiaomi, and it could impact Samsung and Apple in 2026

Xiaomi's 17 Ultra shows how rising memory costs are reshaping smartphone pricing, through forced upselling, reduced RAM tiers, and higher entry points.
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Xiaomi’s S25 Ultra rival features a DSLR-like physical zoom ring paired with a 200MP zoom camera

Xiaomi's 17 Ultra Leica Edition pushes smartphone photography forward with a DSLR-style zoom ring, a 200MP periscope camera, and flagship-grade hardware to rival Apple and Samsung.
The back of the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge.

Report from Samsung’s home market claims Galaxy S26 Edge is effectively dead

Reports from Samsung's home market claim the Galaxy S26 Edge has been cancelled, leaving Samsung with a familiar three-model flagship lineup.
Samsung S Pen Case in Navy with pink S Pen on the Galaxy Z Fold 6.

S Pen support could return to a book-style Samsung foldable, but there’s a catch

Samsung may reintroduce S Pen support to its foldable phones by redesigning the displays to be wider, though the comeback could involve design compromises.
Samsung Odyssey G6 1,040Hz refresh rate gaming monitor.

Samsung’s new 1,040Hz Odyssey G6 is proof that gaming monitors aren’t done evolving

Samsung unveils the Odyssey G6 (G60H), the world's first gaming monitor with a staggering 1,040Hz refresh rate, aimed squarely at esports players.
Creative visualization Samsung's 6K 3D Odyssey G9 (G90XH).

The world’s first 6K monitor with glasses-free 3D viewing has arrived

Samsung unveils the Odyssey 3D, the world's first 32-inch 6K gaming monitor with glasses-free 3D, at CES 2026.
LG new RGB stripe OLED panel technology representative image.

LG’s new OLED panel combines LCD-like sharpness with a 240Hz refresh rate

LG Display has unveiled the world's first 240Hz RGB stripe OLED panel. The 27-inch 4K display could finally fix OLED monitors' biggest weakness: text clarity.
Lenovo ThinkPad Rollable XD Concept back profile.

Lenovo leaks show an unnecessarily cool laptop with a hidden display under a see-through lid

A leaked Lenovo ThinkPad Rollable XD concept shows a laptop with a hidden rollable display beneath a transparent lid. It’s impractical, futuristic, and fascinating.
Instagram Threads app.

Threads is about to become a hub of podcast chatter

Threads is rolling out podcast previews and creator-focused features to become a central hub for podcast discussion.
Apple Foldable iPhone imagined by Gemini (Nano Banana)

Apple’s upcoming foldable iPhone could take a unique approach to fix the display crease

Apple is reportedly reworking the display technology for its foldable iPhone, focusing on ultra-thin glass and crease reduction. Here's why the delay could be worth it.
A custom keyboard sitting among keycaps and switches.

Lenovo’s upcoming self-charging keyboard will meet your work and gaming needs

Leaked details ahead of CES 2026 suggest Lenovo is working on self-charging and adaptive keyboards that blend productivity and gaming features.
The rear of the OnePlus 15R, held in a man's hand.

OnePlus’ next phone could eclipse the combined battery size of the best Samsung and Apple phones

OnePlus is rumored to be working on a smartphone with a massive 9,000 mAh battery. If true, it could rival the combined battery size of Samsung and Apple's best phones.
Google AI Mode interface on Chrome for smartphone.

Chrome will soon tell you what you were reading a while ago with tab-aware AI

Google Chrome is gaining smarter AI features that let it understand what you are reading, summarize content across tabs, and help you get work done without jumping between pages.
Someone holding a phone showing the Android 16 logo on its screen.

Android 16 makes it easier to spot apps tracking your location

Android 16 QPR3 introduces a new blue location indicator that shows exactly which apps are accessing your device's location.
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It just got a lot easier to control a Windows 11 PC with your Android phone

Windows 11's latest Android integration turns your phone into a powerful remote for your PC: lock it, send files, mirror your screen, and share clipboard content effortlessly.
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Apple’s next iPad mini could take a big leap in performance and visual experience

New leaks indicate Apple's next iPad mini could feature an OLED display and the powerful A20 Pro chip, signaling a significant upgrade in performance and display.
Android 16 logo on Google Pixel 6a held in hand.

Android could soon let you lock out users from Wi-Fi networks on shared devices

Android is testing new Wi-Fi controls that let you stop sharing networks across user profiles on the same device.
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Netflix is adding more video podcasts for your eyes (and ears)

Netflix has struck a major partnership with iHeartMedia to bring more than 15 video podcasts exclusively to its streaming service in early 2026.
A person holding the Apple iPhone 16e.

iPhone 17e might fix key limitations of the iPhone 16e with MagSafe charging and C1X modem

Apple's iPhone 17e could add MagSafe charging and a more efficient C1X modem, addressing key limitations of the iPhone 16e while keeping the device positioned as Apple's affordable iPhone.
AI Zoom Companion 3.0 featured image.

Zoom is also getting an AI assistant, if that’s what you need for video calls

Zoom's AI Companion 3.0 now runs in your browser, helps summarize meetings, draft emails, and create follow-ups, and offers limited free-tier access.
A Ford F-150 Lightning Platinum Black model.

Ford’s upcoming F-150 Lightning will still be electric, but you’ll need gas to go farther

Ford is discontinuing the all-electric F-150 Lightning and replacing it with a hybrid, extended-range version that uses a gas engine as a generator to deliver more than 700 miles of total range.
iOS 26.1 Beta 2

iOS 26.3 gives an official glimpse of a convenient iPhone-to-Android migration tool

Apple's iOS 26.3 beta introduces a native iPhone-to-Android transfer tool that lets users wirelessly move photos, messages, apps, and more without a separate app.
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Meta’s Threads doubles down on Communities, along with “Champion” badge and profile labels

Threads has expanded its Communities feature to more than 200 topic groups and begun testing visible badges for super-engaged members.
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You might want to skip a phone upgrade in 2026, as memory crisis threatens industry

Smartphone makers may reduce RAM in 2026 models as memory prices surge. Here’s why it matters, how AI makes it worse, and what it means for everyday users.
Sleep score on Apple Watch Series 11.

Apple Watch update makes it easier to understand your sleep quality

Apple's watchOS 26.2 update tweaks Apple Watch sleep scores to feel more realistic, adds emergency safety alerts in the U.S., and fixes key bugs.
Screenshot of the Themes section in the Microsoft Store.

Microsoft makes theming your Windows 11 PC as easy as phones, but not as much fun

Microsoft is rolling out a new Themes section in the Windows 11 Microsoft Store, making it easier to find and apply curated wallpapers, colors, and customization packs.
Google Shopping gets a Gemini Nano upgrade.

Gemini Nano Banana now turns your selfie into a full-body avatar for online try-ons

Google's updated AI try-on lets you generate a full-body digital avatar from a single selfie to try on clothes across Google Search and Shopping virtually.
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ChatGPT gets major update (GPT-5.2) as OpenAI battles Google in AI arms race

OpenAI has unveiled GPT-5.2, a more capable AI model focused on professional workflows, longer context, better reasoning, and more reliable outputs.
Side full view of the ESR Rebound Magnetic keyboard for the iPad.

iOS 26 code leak hints at a significant performance upgrade for the entry-level iPad

A fresh leak from internal Apple code suggests a big upgrade is coming to the base iPad in early 2026, swapping its aging chip for the powerful A19, while the iPad Air moves up to the M4.
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Google turns Chrome into a native AI browser with Gemini-powered tools

Google's latest Chrome update is its most ambitious ever, infusing the desktop browser with advanced AI tools powered by Gemini, including contextual answers, summaries, and enhanced security.
Screenshots of the Instagram Edits app new features.

Instagram supercharges creation and feed control with new Edits app features and “Your Algorithm”

Instagram is rolling out major updates that bring deep customization to Reels recommendations and make creation faster with new Edits app features.
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OpenAI launches its first certification courses to upskill workers and educators

OpenAI has launched its first certification courses, offering structured AI training for workers and educators through the OpenAI Academy and Coursera.