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Electronics, Mobile Phone, Phone, OnePlus, Compact Phone

OnePlus’ latest compact flagship is a sad reminder that phone price hikes are far from over

The OnePlus 15T brings a huge 7,500mAh battery to a compact flagship, but its sharp price jump reflects a rough 2026 market.
Electronics, Mobile Phone, Phone

This new Android flagship rival is pushing zoom further than Apple and Samsung

Oppo’s upcoming Find X9 Ultra will feature a new 10x optical zoom camera with a redesigned periscope system, aiming to push smartphone photography further.
Man playing Counter Strike on PC Monitor Gaming

I miss when upgrading your gaming PC felt exciting instead of financially stupid

I wanted to think about my next PC upgrade. Instead, 2026 keeps making the whole hobby feel harder to justify.
Subpli app running on an iPhone.

My life turned into a subscription trap, but I axed the bad bills with these tricks

There was a time when subscriptions felt like a novelty. Those were times of (digital) peace. A seamless payment feature on cool new apps that brought unlimited access (for the month). You paid for Netflix, and maybe Spotify, and that was usually about it. Now, it’s streaming, cloud storage, fitness apps, editing apps, AI chatbots, […]
Android Quick Share with iPhone AirDrop

I see Galaxy S26’s AirDrop support as progress, but I just don’t think it changes much

Samsung supporting AirDrop the Galaxy S26 is the kind of upgrade people will appreciate instantly and buy a phone for almost never.
Two swordsmen clash blades in Crimson Desert.

After telling players to refund, Crimson Desert will support Intel Arc

Following backlash for excluding Intel Arc GPUs, Crimson Desert developers now say support and optimization are officially on the way.
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The memory crisis might bring back expandable storage on phones

As RAM and storage prices surge, smartphone brands may look to hybrid storage solutions like microSD cards to keep costs under control.
NVIDIA DLSS 5 Comparison Resident Evil

Nvidia DLSS 5 might be the future of graphics, and I still want a giant “Off” button

DLSS 5 might be the biggest leap in real-time graphics in years, but its AI-filter look, compute cost, and intent risks are hard to ignore.
Electronics, Mobile Phone, Phone, OnePlus, Compact Phone

OnePlus rumored to exit the US and European markets… again

Fresh reports claim OnePlus may scale back or exit Western markets, signaling a possible shift toward focusing on Asia.
Xiaomi SU7 EV in blue

US car buyers want what they can’t have: Chinese EVs

Rising EV prices in the US are pushing buyers to look at Chinese alternatives, even though tariffs and policy barriers keep them out of reach.
Amazon app showing 1 day delivery option

Amazon’s rumored AI phone might be dead on arrival, says analyst

Amazon’s rumored AI-driven smartphone may face an uphill battle, with analysts warning that market conditions and competition make this the worst possible time to launch.
Google Gemini on Phone

Chrome on iPhone is putting Gemini front and center in your browsing

Chrome on iOS is testing a new Gemini shortcut that brings an AI assistant directly into your browsing workflow without leaving the page.
Mobile Phone, Samsung, Smartphone

Samsung’s next mid-range Galaxy A57 and Galaxy A37 finally get a launch date

Samsung has confirmed that its upcoming Galaxy A57 and Galaxy A37 mid-range smartphones will launch on March 25 in India.
Google Translate

Google Translate is getting a pronunciation coach to fix your awkward accent

Google Translate is testing a new AI-powered pronunciation training mode that lets users practice speaking and receive feedback on their accuracy.
An owner happily giving their dog a high-five in Disney+'s Pets.

In a sea of slop and risks, AI is helping distraught humans find their lost pets

AI is emerging as an unlikely hero, helping pet owners find lost animals by scanning massive databases and matching visual features across platforms.
Android 14 Files by Google app showing a list of APK files in the Downloads folder.

Google will still let you sideload apps, but there’s a catch now

Google says sideloading isn't going away, but a new multi-step "advanced flow" will make installing unverified apps slower and more secure.
Plane in Microsoft Flight Simulator 2020.

Google is using AI to make flights less harmful to the environment

Google’s AI research shows that avoiding contrail formation could significantly reduce aviation’s climate impact without major changes to flights.
Accessories, Strap, Electronics, Hermes, Apple Watch

This luxury leather-clad Apple Watch charging kit from Hermès costs more than a MacBook Pro

Hermès’ new leather Apple Watch charger lineup pushes luxury to the extreme, with a top-tier model costing more than a high-end MacBook Pro.
Computer, Electronics, Laptop, Xiaomi

A terrific MacBook Air rival just made its debut, but you likely won’t be able to buy it

Xiaomi has just launched a new thin-and-light laptop with Intel's Panther Lake CPU, smooth OLED display, and 24GB RAM, but availability may keep it out of reach for many buyers.
Computer, Computer Hardware, Computer Keyboard

ChatGPT might soon evolve into superapp with Atlas browser and Codex built-in

OpenAI's rumored superapp plans could merge ChatGPT, Codex, and its Atlas browser into a single platform, simplifying how users interact with AI tools.
Smart TV

Hisense’s new CanvasTV doubles as wall art, and it’s arriving in the US

Hisense’s new CanvasTV combines art-frame styling with 4K QLED visuals and 144Hz gaming support. And it's now releasing in the US.
TikTok

Yet another global study says Instagram and Tiktok are bad for your mental health

A new global study from the World Happiness Report 2026 links heavy use of platforms like Instagram and TikTo to lower wellbeing.
Electronics, Mobile Phone, Phone

Galaxy S26 Ultra’s 25W wireless charging might not work as advertised

Samsung's Galaxy S26 Ultra introduces 25W wireless charging, but real-world compatibility issues mean you might not actually hit those speeds.
Computer, Electronics, Laptop

ASUS’ ROG Strix gaming laptop line gets refreshed with Intel’s fastest laptop chip yet

ASUS has refreshed its ROG Strix G16 and G18 gaming laptops with Intel's Core Ultra 9 290HX Plus CPU.
Audi, Automobile, EV

Audi A2 e-tron is coming this Fall as the German label’s entry-level EV

Audi's upcoming A2 e-tron revives a quirky early-2000s model as a modern entry-level EV, and its set to debut this fall.
Samsung Galaxy TriFold folding, Trifold phone

After nuking sales of Galaxy Z TriFold, Samsung is reportedly making a slimmer follow-up

Samsung's short-lived Galaxy TriFold is already being phased out, but the brand is apparently working on a thinner successor.
Electronics, Mobile Phone, Phone, OnePlus, Compact Phone

OnePlus 15T finally gets a launch date, bringing big things in a small package

The OnePlus 15T has an official launch date, featuring flagship specs and a massive battery in a compact form factor.
Samsung 14 Galaxy Chromebook Go Laptop

Google’s Windows rival could redefine laptops, and it’s almost here

A Google executive has hinted that the company's new Aluminium OS, which merges Android and ChromeOS, could roll out later this year.
Tesla Roadster

Tesla’s new Roadster could finally debut next month, but there’s an emphasis on “hopefully”

The long-awaited Tesla Roadster could finally be announced next month after years of delays.
Apple MacBook Neo with users hands on it

Don’t hold your breath for a Macbook Neo refresh with a touchscreen anytime soon

A touchscreen MacBook may sound appealing, but Apple is unlikely to add touch support anytime soon.
Smart TV, Hisense, CanvasTV

This 144Hz “Picture Frame” 4K TV is an artistic living room upgrade that is $350 off right now

The Hisense CanvasTV S7N blends art-frame styling with 4K QLED visuals and a 144Hz refresh rate — now available for $649.
iPhone Fold CAD-based AI visualization.

Apple’s foldable iPhone could miss the best tricks of its tablet experience

Apple's first foldable iPhone could borrow some iPad-style multitasking features but may miss out on the full tablet experience.
Running Google Gemini experience on iOS.

Gemini panel in Chrome left the doors open for hackers, and you must update ASAP

Researchers discovered a Chrome vulnerability that allowed malicious extensions to hijack the Gemini AI panel and access sensitive system resources.
Apps on the cover screen of Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 7.

Samsung’s new Galaxy Z Flip 8 might be a battery bummer

Fresh leak has suggested that the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 8 will have the same battery capacity as its predecessor.
Vodafone satellite video testing.

Samsung Galaxy phones now show which apps work on a satellite network when you’re off the grid

A new feature on Samsung Galaxy phone shows which installed apps still work when the device switches to satellite connectivity.
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Samsung might avoid a price hike on the upcoming Galaxy Z Fold 8, and you can thank Apple for it

Despite the rising cost of hardware components, Samsung’s next ultra-premium smartphone might not see a price hike. A new report suggests that Samsung may decide not to raise the price of the Galaxy Z Fold 8, and the reason might come down to Apple. Apple’s first foldable iPhone could be the reason Samsung is considering […]
Electronics, Mobile Phone, Phone, Motorola

Motorola’s latest Edge model adds telephoto zoom and a faster Snapdragon chip

The new Motorola Edge 70 Fusion+ upgrades the Fusion lineup with a dedicated telephoto zoom camera and a faster Snapdragon chip.
Xbox Controller with Xbox Logo in background

Your PC could soon play old Xbox and Xbox 360 games officially

An official emulator from Microsoft could be in the works, allowing original Xbox and Xbox 360 games to run on PCs.