Skip to main content

Latest by S. Mehrotra

Picture of the Nothing Phone (3a) Lite in its black and white colors.

Nothing’s new affordable smartphone packs in good specs, but you can’t buy it

Nothing’s new Phone (3a) Lite reuses CMF Phone 2 Pro hardware, adds ads to cut costs — but won’t launch in the U.S.
Google Gemini AI running on Mercedes CLA’s MBUX system

Android Auto could soon get smarter with Gemini shortcuts and home screen widgets

Google’s testing Gemini shortcuts and home screen widgets to make your drive faster and easier.
M4 MacBook Air

Apple is readying a long-overdue display upgrade for MacBook Air

Apple plans OLED screens for the MacBook Air by 2028, delivering richer colors, deeper contrast, and improved HDR, bringing the notebook closer to iPhone-level visuals.
The back of the Pixel 9a.

The Pixel 10a might look awfully familiar, and I’m a little disappointed

Early Pixel 10a renders suggest Google’s next budget phone looks nearly identical to the Pixel 9a.
Apple TechWoven Case on the iPhone 17 Pro in Cosmic Orange

iPhone 18 Pro’s camera might get a DSLR-like upgrade, and I’m all for it

The iPhone 18 Pro may introduce a DSLR-style variable aperture and manual controls, giving photographers more creative power than ever.
Oneplus 15

The OnePlus 15 is here with fantastic specs… but you can’t buy it

The OnePlus 15 debuts with the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, a 7,300 mAh battery, and 120W fast charging
ChatGPT Atlas browser on a MacBook.

OpenAI promises big fixes and smarter features for ChatGPT Atlas

OpenAI unveils upcoming fixes and major feature updates for its ChatGPT Atlas browser.
Mascot of the Snapdragon 6s Gen 4 chipset over a plain white background.

Qualcomm’s new chip promises big camera and gaming gains for budget Android phones

Snapdragon 6s Gen 4 brings improved gaming, camera, and performance upgrades to budget Android phones.
Advanced Protection in Android 16.

Google prepares a Live Threat Detection update to strengthen security on your Android phone

Google is upgrading its Play Protect Service with a new Live Threat Detection page and alerts for suspicious app behavior.
The four Galaxy S25 Ultra titanium colors in the hand

Samsung’s big chip upgrade could keep you waiting longer for Galaxy S26

Samsung is reportedly postponing the Galaxy S26 launch from January to February or even March 2026.
Google Gemini AI in General Motor cars.

Google Gemini AI will soon make your GM car smarter than ever

GM is integrating Google’s Gemini AI into its vehicles starting in 2026, followed by an advanced “eyes-off, hands-off” driving system by 2028.
iPhone 17 Pro colors

Apple’s next-gen iPhone chip could make upgrading in 2026 more expensive for you

Apple’s next-gen A20 chip, built on TSMC’s 2nm process, could increase iPhone 18 Pro prices dramatically in 2026.
Screenshot of the YouTube likeness detection feature in YouTube Studio.

YouTube’s new AI tool hopes to stop the deepfake menace

YouTube’s new likeness detection tool helps stop deepfakes before they reach your screen.
The Asus Zenbook Fold 17 with the Galaxy Z Fold 4 and Galaxy Fold.

Waiting for a foldable iPad? Apple might not have it ready before 2029

Apple's 18-inch foldable iPad faces major delays due to weight issues, pushing the launch to 2029 or later.
Samsung One UI 8

Samsung’s prepping its iCloud rival to lock you further into the Galaxy ecosystem

Samsung is set to revive its cloud storage platform with new paid tiers, challenging iCloud and Google Drive.
Google Pixel Tablet in white, attached to the dock.

Google’s newest update enhances your Android’s screen recorder in exactly the right way

Android’s native screen recorder is getting a major upgrade with a selfie camera toggle and editing tools.
Facebook AI photos and videos suggestion feature.

Facebook’s AI now helps you pick your best photos and videos

Facebook is rolling out a new AI feature that suggests the best photos and videos to share from your camera roll.
OnePlus 15 in all its colors.

Oneplus 15 gets an official launch date and shows up in a peppy new color

The OnePlus 15 launches October 27 in China with Snapdragon 8 Gen 5, 7,000 mAh battery, and a 165Hz OLED screen.
Gemini AI integration in Google Sheets.

Gemini can now handle the boring edits for you in Google Sheets

Google’s Gemini AI now supports multi-step automation in Google Sheets, helping users clean, format, and edit spreadsheets faster with simple prompts.
Microsoft Windows 11 new update with features centered around Copilot AI.

Microsoft empowers Windows 11 with voice-controlled Copilot AI assistant

Microsoft's latest Windows 11 update introduces AI-powered Copilot features, allowing users to perform tasks through voice or text.
Honor Robot Phone with an extended camera arm.

Honor’s concept phone includes an AI-powered camera arm that’s tailormade for vlogging

Honor teases a concept Robot Phone with a gimbal-mounted camera arm that can track subjects.
Picture of the ROG Xbox Ally and the ROG Xbox Ally X.

ROG Xbox Ally handhelds go on sale with a side serving of AI for gaming

Microsoft and ASUS enter handheld gaming with the ROG Xbox Ally and Ally X at $599.99 and $999.99, respectively.
Apple Pro Display XDR front view showing display.

Apple’s $5,000 external display poised for first major update in six years

Apple’s $4,999 Pro Display XDR may finally get a major upgrade, including a webcam and smart features like Center Stage.
Featured image for Google Photos conversational edit ability.

This new Google Photos feature makes Apple Photos look obsolete

Google Photos now lets Android users edit images by simply describing changes in words, thanks to a new Gemini-powered AI feature.
Picture of Apple's M5 MacBook in the form of the ruman numeral V.

The new M5 MacBook Pro offers a serious performance boost at no extra cost

Apple’s new 14-inch MacBook Pro with the M5 chip brings major performance gains, better battery life, and AI-focused enhancements.
Someone using a MacBook Pro M4.

Apple confirms a new MacBook, and the M5 chip might be its biggest flex

Apple teases a powerful new MacBook launch, and it could very well be a new Pro with the M5 chip.
Gemini Summarization on Chrome available on Android smartphones.

Chrome can now summarize articles using Gemini, and it does a better job than Safari

Google's Chrome browser now features Gemini-powered webpage summarization.
Motorola X70 Air's back and front profile.

Motorola’s answer to the iPhone Air is slimmer, sturdier, and packs more cameras

Motorola launches the ultra-thin X70 Air with a 4,800 mAh battery, powerful specs, and a lightweight design.
Creative visualization of the new Facebook Marketplace job boards feature.

Just in case you missed it, Facebook job boards are back

Facebook is bringing back its job board on Marketplace in the U.S., targeting young adults and part-time seekers.
Rear shell of Google Pixel 10 Pro.

Google’s latest update raised hell for Pixel 10 users, but a fix is already afloat

Pixel 10 users report major app crashes after the October 2025 update, likely due to Google Play Services conflicts.
Foldable lock screen in Samsung One UI 8 on Galaxy Z Fold 7.

Samsung patents self-healing camera and fingerprint sensor for foldables

Samsung has patented a breakthrough self-healing technology for foldable smartphones, which can report microcracks in the display.
Red Magic 11 Pro smartphone.

Liquid cooling tech from PCs is finally ready for phones, and I’m pretty excited.

RedMagic unveils the world’s first mass-produced liquid cooling system for smartphones, promising better performance and thermal efficiency.
Viture One smart glasses resting on an Apple laptop.

Apple’s AR Glasses could fix a software hassle that Meta hasn’t figured out

Apple is reportedly shifting focus from a cheaper Vision Pro to developing smart glasses.
Picture of the Galaxy W26 in two different colors.

Samsung just launched a stunning new foldable with a neat perk, but you can’t buy it

Samsung launches Galaxy W26 in China with native satellite calling via Tiantong, more RAM, and exclusive AI features—outpacing the global Z Fold 7.
Vivo OrigniOS 6 lock screen inspired by Liquid Glass design

Android phone maker races to mimic Apple’s controversial Liquid Glass design

Vivo's OriginOS 6 embraces Apple's Liquid Glass UI from iOS 26, showcasing how Apple's design trends continue to shape Android experiences.
The new Qualcomm Snadragon 8 Elite Gen 5

Samsung steps up to fix Qualcomm’s top chip and dethrone the iPhone 17 Pro

Samsung is reportedly developing a 2nm version of Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 chip.
Picture of the Samsung Galaxy A17 5G smartphone showing its back panel and camera setup.

Samsung finally gives a taste of One UI 8 to an entry level phone

Samsung rolls out One UI 8 update to Galaxy A16 in India, and the update could soon roll out in United States.
Apple Vision Pro

Apple Vision Pro finally catches up to Meta Quest with live NBA games

Apple Vision Pro finally adds live NBA games starting 2026, catching up to Meta Quest.