Cambrige experts find utterly simple fix for longer lasting EV batteries. Just put some pressure on it.
Cambridge researchers found that applying the right constant pressure to lithium-ion battery cells could double their lifespan without changing the chemistry.
Android 17 makes it harder for bad actors to guess and crack the PIN on your phone
Android 17 adds tougher lock-screen protections that limit failed PIN and password attempts, extend lockout timers, detect duplicate guesses, and make brute-force attacks harder
Forget Apple’s AirTag, Motorola’s new Android tracker lasts over 500 days and costs less too
Motorola’s Moto Tag 2 arrives in the US and Canada with Ultra Wideband tracking, Bluetooth Channel Sounding, Google Find Hub support, and more than 500 days of battery life
Motorola’s next Edge phone could make Android’s MagSafe moment cheaper than Google did
Motorola Edge 70 Max has appeared with Qi2.2.1 certification, hinting at built-in magnets, 25W wireless charging, and proper MagSafe-style Android accessory support.
Yet another research proves TikTok injury advice is just downright bad
A new study found TikTok videos about ACL rehab exercises were poor overall, raising fresh concerns about teens using viral clips for injury recovery advice.
The iPhone 18 Pro just leaked through a factory drop test, and Apple cannot be thrilled
Leaked iPhone 18 Pro drop-test photos and component files reportedly surfaced through a Tata Electronics breach, exposing sensitive Apple supplier details before launch.
Apple has six new iPhones lined up for 2027 with some serious upgrade muscle
Apple’s rumored 2027 iPhone roadmap includes six models across two launch windows, with 120Hz displays, Pro upgrades, and a second foldable iPhone Ultra.
In the era of absurdly pricey phones, Samsung Galaxy M47 lands as a pocket-friendly antidote
Samsung’s Galaxy M47 5G brings a 120Hz AMOLED screen, 6,000mAh battery, Snapdragon 6 Gen 3, and 6 years of updates at a pocket-friendly price tag.
Here’s a cool new app for people who treat every photo dump like a magazine spread
Mocha Frame is a free iPhone app that dresses up photos with clean frames, watermarks, EXIF details, collages, and export tools for social sharing.
I tried turning the Red Magic 11S Pro into a handheld console, and it worked almost too well
The Red Magic 11S Pro is an unapologetic gaming phone with extreme performance, active cooling, strong emulation chops, and enough weird bits to remind you it was never chasing normal.
I bought Kodak’s viral keychain camera, and the bad photos are part of its charm
The Kodak Charmera is tiny, technically underwhelming, and completely unnecessary, yet its lo-fi photos and mystery-box charm make it hard to put down.
Bored of reading papers? This AI tool turns them into TikTok-like videos
University of Washington researchers built PaperTok, an AI system that converts academic papers into short-form videos with editable scripts, storyboarded scenes, and author credits
Polestar forced to exit the US market. It’s a shame we won’t see its refined design anymore
Polestar can still sell existing U.S. stock, but future model-year 2027 EVs are blocked, taking one of the cleanest-looking electric brands off American roads.
As Spotify embraces AI, Deezer will let you remix songs with artist consent and royalties
Deezer’s Remix Lab is a new in-app feature launching first in France that lets fans remix select songs with artist approval, rights compliance, and compensation for every stream
We finally got a peek at Android 17’s Nintendo DS-like gaming trick
Android 17’s foldable gaming mode splits the screen into gameplay and virtual controller zones, making folding phones feel more like compact gaming handhelds.
This app turns your iPhone into a tiny iPod-style dumbphone, case and all
UltraPod started as a viral Apple Music concept and is now a free iOS beta that turns an iPhone into a calmer iPod-style companion.
Samsung’s wider Galaxy Z Fold 8 may fix the two foldable flaws people still complain about
Samsung’s rumored Galaxy Z Fold 8 Wide could bring a lighter feel and reduced display crease, tackling two of the biggest complaints around foldables.
This Oppo phone has a wild 3D back, but its magnetic Bubble is the real party trick
Oppo Reno 16 Pro is launching globally with a 200MP camera, 144Hz OLED display, 6,000mAh battery, and a temporary European launch discount.
Xiaomi 17T Pro review: Not quite Ultra, but I didn’t want to put it down
Xiaomi’s latest T-series Pro phone delivers Leica-tuned cameras, excellent battery life, strong gaming performance, and a polished design, though its size and software quirks may not be for everyone.
I cover gadgets for a living, and these Amazon device deals stood out
Amazon devices usually get some of the best Prime Day discounts, and these Kindle, Echo, Ring, Blink, and Fire TV deals are my top picks.
This new $30 keychain camera is coming for Kodak Charmera with a flip screen for selfies
Yashica’s Funtastic Keychain Camera is a tiny digital camera with a 180-degree flip screen, 1MP sensor, USB-C charging, and multiple character-themed designs
Xiaomi’s new earbuds are five times cheaper than AirPods Pro, with ANC included
Xiaomi’s Redmi Buds 8 are launching globally with ANC, LHDC support, 44-hour battery life, and a price far below Apple’s AirPods Pro.
I replaced pricey Apple extras with Xiaomi gear, and it went better than expected
Xiaomi’s UltraThin Magnetic Power Bank 5000 15W and Redmi Buds 8 Pro offer a surprisingly polished alternative to Apple’s pricier battery pack and AirPods Pro.