Samsung may give the Galaxy S27 Ultra a major eye comfort upgrade
Samsung may bring DC dimming to the Galaxy S27 Pro and Ultra, potentially reducing the OLED flicker that bothers some PWM-sensitive users.
Apple’s HomePod mini 2 could finally get a chip upgrade for a smarter Siri
Apple’s HomePod mini 2 could replace its aging S5 chip with an S10, bringing Siri AI support and a bigger role alongside HomeView.
Apple HomeView smart home display could arrive in November with an A18 chip
Apple’s upcoming HomeView smart display could arrive in mid-November with an A18 chip, Siri controls, and countertop and wall-mounted versions.
Want the iPhone Duo for much less? AT&T has a massive trade-in deal
AT&T is offering up to $1,200 off the iPhone Duo with an eligible trade-in, though the savings are spread across a 36-month commitment.
Gemini’s free tier now forces users into automatic model selection
Google is removing manual model selection from Gemini’s free tier, leaving Auto to decide whether Flash-Lite, Flash, or Pro handles each prompt.
Apple announces ‘Welcome Home’ event with new home hardware likely on deck
Apple will host its ‘Welcome Home’ event on October 13, with the next HomePod mini, Apple TV 4K, and long-rumored home hub among the expected products.
Prime Big Deal Days sale ends tonight, and these are my 6 last-minute picks
A Sony OLED TV, Pixel 11, and Bose headphones are among my six picks for Prime Day’s final hours.
Google Maps starts showing live fuel prices at refilling stations as prices soar
Google Maps now shows near real-time petrol and diesel prices across the UK, giving drivers an easier way to compare nearby filling stations.
Ring’s first smart lock adds a hand-powered emergency backup to ease dead-battery anxiety
Ring’s first smart lock adds a built-in power dial that can generate enough emergency power to bring the lock back online after its battery dies.
Apple is reportedly working with LG on smart doorbells, locks, cameras, and more
Apple is reportedly working with LG on smart home accessories including a doorbell, smart lock, thermostat, and security cameras.
Sony finally gives INZONE H9 II the Fnatic-themed paint job it should have had from day one
Sony has added a Fnatic Edition to the INZONE H9 II and a new Glass Purple finish to the INZONE E9, with no hardware changes underneath.
TDM. launches Neo headphones that transform into a Bluetooth speaker with a simple twist
TDM. has launched the Neo, a pair of over-ear headphones that transforms into a portable Bluetooth speaker using four 40mm drivers and a twist mechanism.
Microsoft Teams is adding a safeguard against deepfake imposters in meetings
Teams will soon let certified third-party services analyze meeting audio and video for signs of manipulation and pass those warnings back to organizers.
WhatsApp is testing a privacy upgrade for chats you want to keep off linked devices
WhatsApp is rolling out Restricted Chat to some Android and iOS beta testers, adding a way to keep selected conversations off linked devices.
Exynos 2700 production is underway for the Galaxy S27 series, but Samsung still hasn’t decided on the Ultra
Samsung is ramping up Exynos 2700 production for the Galaxy S27, S27+, and S27 Pro, but the S27 Ultra is still being evaluated as the company weighs performance, thermals, cost, and chip supply.
The BlackBerry Passport is back, sort of, and it runs Android now
The Zinwa P26 keeps the BlackBerry Passport’s square display and physical keyboard while replacing its internals with modern Android hardware. The complete device is up for preorder at $420, with shipments expected to start in late October.
Even Samsung’s cheaper Galaxy phones aren’t escaping the price hikes
Samsung has raised prices across several Galaxy A-series phones, extending a week of Android price hikes that already hit the Galaxy S26 and Pixel 10a.
Google’s cheapest Pixel just took a brutal $100 price hike
Google has raised the Pixel 10a price by $100, and warnings from memory makers suggest cheaper smartphones may still be years away.
Samsung’s Galaxy S26 price hikes have arrived, and the Ultra hurts most
Samsung has raised Galaxy S26 prices across the U.S., with most models climbing by $100 and the 1TB Ultra jumping $200 to $1,999.99.
Huawei Mate 90 Pro Max is dripping with personality and has a wild camera setup for photography fans
Huawei has launched the Mate 90 Pro Max with a large-sensor main camera, 200MP periscope telephoto, bright OLED display, and an optional 1-inch camera module.
