Your Google Home just got a lot better with the latest April update
The April Google Home update brings Gemini for Home up to 1.5 seconds faster for device commands, AI timeline descriptions for Premium camera subscribers, and a redesigned camera UI.
PlayStation wants to see your papers before you party chat
PlayStation’s new age checks may protect younger users, though players are not thrilled about handing over a phone number, face scan, or ID just to keep party chat alive.
Motorola refreshes the Razr lineup with new flip phones starting at $799
Motorola has launched the Razr and Razr+ flip phones, both going on sale May 21 starting at $799 and $1,099 respectively, with pre-orders opening May 14
Motorola’s Razr Fold is official, and it undercuts the Galaxy Z Fold 7 by $100
Motorola’s first book-style foldable comes with an 8.1" 2K LTPO OLED, Snapdragon 8 Gen 5, triple 50MP cameras with DXOMARK Gold, 6000mAh battery, and 80W charging.
Uber now lets you book hotel rooms and have your driver bring you snacks
Uber has unveiled hotel booking, in-car snack delivery, and a wave of new travel features at its annual event.
Claude just got a scam detector, and it could save you from a costly mistake
Malwarebytes is now integrated with Claude. Paste a suspicious link, phone number, or email address, and get an instant answer on whether it's a scam.
Snapchat’s new ad format makes AI chatbots sound like salespeople
Snapchat’s AI Sponsored Snaps may look like a new ad format, but they also show how quickly chatbots are moving from answering complaints to chasing sales.
Your next iPhone upgrade is going to hurt your wallet, and AI is to blame
Apple's incoming CEO faces a nightmare decision: absorb a 400% memory cost spike driven by AI demand, or pass it on to you.
ExpressVPN Makes Your Internet Easier and Remains the Gold Standard for Privacy in 2026
Worried about your data being tracked or your connection being unsafe? ExpressVPN sets the benchmark for a safer online experience, helping you surf securely, without disrupting your browsing from as low as $3.49/month.
Pixel 11’s Tensor G6 could be fast, just not for gaming
New Google Tensor G6 leak reveals upgraded ARM CPU cores and efficiency gains, but the gaming performance might still lag behind the competition.
Your GM car just got a lot smarter with Google Gemini upgrade
Google Gemini is rolling out to 4 million GM vehicles, turning your daily drive into a smarter, more connected, and surprisingly fun experience.
Perplexity Comet Browser finally learns how to multitask on iPad
Perplexity Comet now works more naturally with iPadOS, giving users a stronger reason to try the AI browser over Safari or Chrome.
Samsung’s Galaxy S27 series might finally ditch the boring camera layout
Samsung is reportedly testing a new camera layout for the Galaxy S27, and this change might be arriving because of the new magnetic charging support.
PlayStation’s new 30-day DRM check is a step backwards for gamers
A 30-day online DRM check for PlayStation digital games is sparking backlash, with players worried about losing access to purchased titles if they stay offline.
DJI Mic Mini 2 lets you color-match your mic to your outfit
DJI's Mic Mini 2 arrives with swappable magnetic covers, voice tone presets, and a price that's nearly 40% cheaper than the original, but there's one catch if you're in the US.
Lovable’s new mobile app brings vibe coding to your pocket
Lovable has launched mobile apps for iOS and Android, bringing its AI-powered vibe coding platform to a wider audience.
This OnePlus controller turns your phone into a handheld, if you can actually get it
OnePlus has unveiled a new gaming controller for the Ace 6 Ultra that adds physical triggers and ergonomic grips, but it’s currently limited to China.
This tiny brain implant could treat depression at home
Motif Neurotech just got FDA approval to trial a tiny brain implant for treating depression, and the whole thing can be implanted in just 20 minutes.
Netflix renews Stranger Things: Tales From ’85 for Season 2 despite its worst-ever franchise ratings
Netflix has renewed Stranger Things: Tales From '85 for season 2 despite divisive reviews. The animated spinoff holds the franchise's lowest scores on both Rotten Tomatoes and IMDB.
Apple is finally building the AI Photo editor that Google and Samsung have had for years
Bloomberg's Mark Gurman reports iOS 27, iPadOS 27, and macOS 27 will add three AI photo editing tools, Extend, Enhance, and Reframe, to the Photos app.
Amazon now lets you have a real conversation with AI while shopping for products
Shopping on Amazon just got a lot more conversational. The company has launched Join the chat, a new interactive feature inside its existing Hear the highlights experience. If you have not come across Hear the highlights before, it is an AI-powered audio summary tool that lives on millions of product pages inside the Amazon Shopping […]
YouTube TV custom multiview lets you mix NFL Sunday Ticket with any channel
YouTube TV officially launched fully custom Multiview on April 28, 2026, letting subscribers mix any live channel, including NFL Sunday Ticket add-ons, into a four-stream view.
Steam Deck 2 wishlist: what I want in the next-gen model
Valve already has the best handheld foundation around, so the new Steam Deck 2 just needs smarter upgrades in the places that matter most.
Asus puts the outrageous dual-screen ROG Zephyrus Duo on the shelf at an eye-watering price
Asus opened pre-orders for the ROG Zephyrus Duo, the world's first 16-inch dual-screen gaming laptop with two 3K OLED 120Hz touchscreens, Intel Core Ultra 9 386H, and up to RTX 5090 Laptop GPU.
You can now use Google Translate to practice your pronunciation with real-time AI feedback
Google Translate is turning 20 and celebrating with an AI pronunciation coach that listens to your speech and tells you exactly where you are going wrong.
The best headphone deals of 2026: big savings on earbuds, studio cans, and audiophile gear
Wireless headphones and earbuds are often on sale, and we here at Digital Trends know about all the best deals! Here’s 10 of the best markdowns for late spring 2025.
Finally, Amazon fixes the one thing that made reading on Kindle Colorsoft painful after dark
Amazon rolled out system-wide Dark Mode to the Kindle Colorsoft and Kindle Scribe Colorsoft, covering Home, Library, Settings, and Workspace with per-surface customisation via Quick Actions.
Nvidia quietly released a new version of GeForce RTX 5070 GPU inside a driver blog post
Nvidia confirmed a 12GB GDDR7 configuration of the GeForce RTX 5070 Laptop GPU on April 28, 2026, using 24Gb G7 memory modules to address constrained supply.
From Audio to Home Tech: What to Consider This Mother’s Day
The shift toward over-the-counter hearing aids has changed how people approach hearing health. What was once delayed due to cost or complexity can now be addressed earlier, with devices that are easier to adopt and far more flexible in how they fit into daily life. This matters not just for older users, but for a […]
Google Play Store will make it easier to find apps that don’t look terrible on tablets and foldables
Google Play Store version 51.2 introduces a new badge system highlighting apps optimised for tablets and foldables, removing the guesswork of finding apps that properly fill large screens.
Samsung is staring at a foldable phone ban in the US over patent dispute
A new lawsuit accuses Samsung of infringing foldable phone patents and seeks a US sales ban, though the claims remain unproven at this stage.
Ted Lasso season 4 release date is set for this summer and the trailer looks promising
Season 4 finds Ted back in Richmond with a completely new challenge: coaching a second division women's football team.
Dell 34 Plus USB-C monitor review: An ultrawide beauty with surprises you’ll love
The Dell 34 Plus USB-C is a sleek, 120Hz ultrawide gem that nails the productivity game with a clever port hub, stunning design, and single-cable convenience that earns every penny.
Logitech’s new G512 X gaming keyboard matches peak performance with deep customization
Logitech’s latest gaming keyboard gives PC players more ways to tweak, tune, and show off their setup, right down to how each key responds.
Inllie’s bracelet is the classiest fitness wearable I’ve ever seen, and it doesn’t cost a bomb
Inllie’s new Luna Core Bracelet tracks health and fitness while looking classy enough to pass as everyday jewelry.
LibrePods app, which lets AirPods play well with Android phones, finally ends its biggest hassle
LibrePods, the app that unlocks AirPods features on Android, is now easier to use with Play Store availability and reduced reliance on risky root access.
AI is coming to Linux, but not in the obnoxious way that will grind your gear
Ubuntu is bringing AI into the OS carefully, focusing on optional features, local processing, and tools that enhance workflows without disrupting the traditional Linux experience.
Social media scams caused over two billion dollars in losses to consumers last year
FTC data shows consumers lost $2.1 billion to social media scams in 2025, with Facebook driving the highest reported losses and investment, shopping, and romance scams leading the damage.