Friday 31 March 2023

The Motorola Razr Plus 2023 may have a larger battery than previously thought

The Motorola Razr+ 2023 has appeared in FCC filings, which reveal a larger battery than what was previously reported.

GM phasing out Apple CarPlay and Android Auto in EVs, with Google's help

General Motors (GM) has announced that it will phase out support for Apple CarPlay and Android Auto in its electric vehicles (EVs) in favor of their custom infotainment systems running Android Automotive.

Another Galaxy Watch 4 Classic deal brings Samsung's stylish smartwatch down to another record low price

Walmart is outdoing itself... for the second time in just a few days, with the Samsung Galaxy Watch 4 Classic fetching a new all-time low price of $149 in two colorways right now.

Amazon Kindle Scribe vs. Remarkable 2: The pen is mightier, but which one?

There are many e-paper tablets for writing, but only the Amazon Kindle Scribe and Remarkable 2 are built for the task. Among the two, one is clearly superior.

Victim of AirPods Pro 2 theft tries to get his earbuds back by pulling off a slick move

A man left his Apple AirPods Pro 2 in the gym where a less-than-honest guy picked them up and started using them as though they were his own.

Here's how Google Maps cracked down on fake contributions last year

Google has revealed how it cracked down on scams and fake business profiles in Maps last year.

Thursday 30 March 2023

Google Photos brings new video editing tools to Chromebooks and ChromeOS

A new update for Google Photos is rolling out making it possible to edit videos on Chromebooks and other ChromeOS devices.

Here we go again; Wall Street analyst touts a purchase of Disney by Apple

A Needham analyst said today that an Apple purchase of Disney would result in a juggernaut unlike anything ever seen before.

Galaxy S24 series rumored to receive a refreshing display upgrade

Rumors have surfaced regarding a potential much-needed display upgrade for the Samsung Galaxy S24 series.

This Lenovo tablet rocks a metal design and awesome battery life at a ludicrously low price

With a surprisingly premium metal construction, octa-core processing power, HD screen, and lengthy battery life, the Lenovo Tab M8 (3rd Gen) is cheaper than ever right now at Walmart.

Samsung's Auto Lens Switching feature is now available on more Galaxy phones

More Galaxy phones are able to use the Auto Lens Switching feature that automatically selects between the primary and telephoto cameras based on ambient light.

The moon may get its own 4G network later this year, thanks to Nokia

As cool as it sounds, we might see a stable 4G connection on the moon later this year.

Wednesday 29 March 2023

Google details new Heat Wave alerts and other tools to help keep you cool

Google details a new heat wave alert coming to Search as we head into the warmer months.

Google Fi’s latest offer has both Pixel 7 Pro and Pixel 7 available for free (trade-in required)

Google Fi has a massive promotion that has both Pixel 7 Pro and Pixel 7 available for free when you trade in an eligible device.

How to use Fossil's Wellness app

Fossil smartwatches come with the Wellness app, which allows users to monitor sleep, track workouts, and keep an eye on their health throughout the day.

Apple to hold WWDC 2023 from June 5th through June 9th; Reality Pro, iOS 17 to be discussed

Apple announced today that its Worldwide Developers Conference (WWDC) 2023 will run from Monday June 5th through Friday, June 9th.

Xiaomi goes full Wizarding World with the Redmi Note 12 Harry Potter Edition

Xiaomi has launched the new Note 12 Turbo and partnered with Warner Brothers on a special edition Harry Potter-themed phone.

Tuesday 28 March 2023

iOS-inspired Galaxy S23 photos feature expected to trickle down to two older phones

The Image Clipper feature which is exclusive to the Galaxy S23 will be rolled out to two older Galaxy phones next month.

T-Mobile asks for special permission to use 2.5GHz 5G spectrum held up by the FCC

The FCC has lost its auction authority and until Congress reinstates it, T-Mobile is not allowed to deploy 5G mid-band spectrum it won at auction last year.

A clamshell flip phone from Oppo stablemate Vivo is "imminent" says tipster

A clamshell foldable from Vivo is in the works according to a tipster who claims the introduction of the device is imminent.

Galaxy S23 drop test shows the effect of using sustainable materials

A breakability test was conducted on the Samsung Galaxy S23 series, bringing its use of so much sustainable material to question.

Nothing Phone (2) certification suggests an imminent launch

The Nothing Phone (2) has allegedly been spotted in a recent certification. The phone is expected to launch this year.

Which Garmin watches feature Jet Lag Adviser?

With Garmin Jet Lag Adviser, you can get helpful tips, advice, and reminders to reduce the symptoms of jet lag before, during, and after a trip.

Monday 27 March 2023

Already used with the Pixel 7 series, Samsung finally makes the Exynos 5300 modem chip official

Specs have been released for the modem used in the Pixel 7 series, the Exynos 5300. The modem is also expected to be found in the Pixel 8 line.

OnePlus 11 Jupiter Rock Limited Edition is built using new '3D microcrystalline rock'

OnePlus China President Li Jie announces the new OnePlus 11 Jupiter Rock limited edition phone.

Pixel 5 owner claims to have received the April security update a week early

A screenshot seems to show that some Pixel users received the April security update one week early.

OnePlus Nord CE 3 Lite tipped to bring older specs to a newer design

OnePlus is gearing up to launch a sub-$300 phone for its famous Indian market next month.

The Pixel Adaptive Charge feature brings some useful changes

Google appears to have started rolling out a few silent updates to its Pixel line's Adaptive Charging feature.

Listing on certification site suggests the Nothing Phone (2) might be made official soon

A certification page on the Bureau of India Standards website seems to indicate that the Nothing Phone (2) might soon be officially announced.

Asus ROG Phone 7 Ultimate specs leak ahead of April 13 reveal

Last week, the official announcement date for the next Asus ROG series of phones showed up online and now we have some cool specs to spice things up even further.

Sunday 26 March 2023

T-Mobile subscribers can make hands-free calls using the Alexa digital assistant

T-Mobile subscribers with an Echo smart speaker or smart display can make hands-free calls through the Alexa digital assistant.

Apple employees are skeptical about the pricing and potemtial of its mixed reality headset

A report published by The New York Times states that inside Cupertino, Apple employees are skeptical about the mixed reality AR/VR headset.

Musk values Twitter at $20 billion, less than half of what he paid for the platform

Just five months after paying $44 billion for Twitter, Elon Musk values the platform at $20 billion.

Asus confirms the ROG Phone 7 launch date

Asus is set to launch the ROG Phone 7 next month, and the phone will most likely be powered by a Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 chipset.

Samsung will patch the last dangerous Exynos modem vulnerability in April

A Samsung community manager says that the one remaining flaw found in Exynos modems that allow access to certain Samsung and Vivo devices will be patched in April.

How many people can the Amazon Halo Rise track at once?

Place the Amazon Halo Rise at your bedside to get useful insight into your sleep patterns, and be awoken to gradual light and an alarm to help you feel refreshed.

Saturday 25 March 2023

Fans of third-party YouTube apps should watch out for Nexus banking malware

Cybersecurity firms have warned Android users against a new banking trojan that is capable of taking over 450 banking and crypto apps.

OpenAI admits that a bug allowed ChatGPT to leak some users' credit card information

OpenAI had to take down ChatGPT on Monday for a brief period because of a bug that leaked some users' personal payment information.

Three Pixel models lost support for 5G SA networks following the March update

Pixel 4a (5G), Pixel 5, and Pixel 5a models have lost support for 5G standalone networks following the March update.

Gordon Moore, whose observation about transistors led to the PC and Smartphone revolutions, dies

Gordon Moore, the co-founder of Intel and the man who made the observation known as Moore's Law has passed away at the age of 94.

Google explains why it feels sorry for iPhone users stuck with iMessage

Apple's refusal to adopt RCS is only harming iPhone users, per Google exec.

Friday 24 March 2023

Google Maps Immersive View finally starts appears for some, bringing lively 3D cities

Google Maps' Immersive View appears to have finally started rolling out to users.

Samsung's new sweepstakes starts tomorrow; grand prize is a Galaxy S23 Ultra and a $400 check

Win a Galaxy S23 Ultra in Samsung's latest sweepstakes. Besides the phone, the grand prize winner will also receive a $400 check.

Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 leak reveals chip may bolster 64-bit-only era following the Pixel 7

New rumors speak about the possible new Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3's core configuration changes.

Meet the T-Rex Ultra, Amazfit's latest smartwatch for people with an active lifestyle

The watch is highly durable, has an amazing battery life, supports dual-band GPS tracking, over 160 built-in activities, and more

Kuo says Apple will integrate the iPhone 15 proximity sensor in the Dynamic Island

Apple plans on integrating the iPhone 15's proximity sensor in the Dynamic Island for the 2023 lineup.

What is Samsung Vision Booster?

Samsung has the best displays in the industry, but how does Vision Booster make Galaxy displays better?

Thursday 23 March 2023

Pebble founder eyes comeback with the small Android phone of our dreams

Pebble, through its community project The Small Android Phone, gives some insight into how it may craft its own smaller smartphone.

TikTok CEO chewed out by U.S. lawmakers looking to ban the app

TikTok CEO Shou Zi Chew was "chewed out" by lawmakers over the ability of employees in China to access U.S. users' data and for showing harmful content on the platform.

Samsung's 'Remaster' tool shows its teeth with weird baby photo edits

An owner of a Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra received disturbing results when using the Remaster tool on a photo of their baby.

nubia Pad 3D available for pre-order

Not your ordinary tablet.

Huawei introduces three new P60 flagship phones and the Mate X3 foldable

Huawei this morning introduced its new Mate X3 foldable phone and three new handsets belonging to the flagship P60 series.

Best Samsung Galaxy S23 deals and prices of March 2023: free phones, trade-in discounts, and more

The Samsung Galaxy S23 series is finally here and we've gathered all the best deals in one place.

Wednesday 22 March 2023

Oculus Publishing has over 150 Quest titles in active development

Meta's VR gaming publishing arm is celebrating one decade of existence with an official name and a library of hundreds of games.

Beta version of Google Messages app reveals that Bard integration is coming

A Beta version of Google Messages reveals that Google plans on integrating Bard or some Google AI platform with the app.

Survey sheds light on the fate of older smartphones

Old, but not forgotten.

You can get Amazon's newest Fire TV for just $199.99 today

Amazon Fire TV just expanded its lineup and introduced the brand new Fire TV 2-Series with a starting price of just $199.99!

It's "Damn Autocorrect" all over again as iPhone users complain following update

It's damn autocorrect all over again as iPhone users are complaining about the feature following last month's iOS 16.3.1 update.

A OnePlus 11 variant could introduce a new material to the smartphone industry

OnePlus China President Li Jie teases a new OnePlus 11 variant using a new, unique material the industry has yet to have.

Nothing Ear (2) launch brings a powerful, customizable sound experience

Nothing has launched its latest Ear (2) wireless earbuds with a focus on bolder sound.

Tuesday 21 March 2023

How to add custom names to your Chrome browser windows

Manage your workflow and website navigation much more easily by renaming open windows in Google Chrome to more easily identifiable names so you can seamlessly go back and forth among them.

How to use Google Health Connect

Gone are the days when you had to open multiple apps just to get an overview of your health data. Thanks to Google Health Connect, this removes a lot of the frustrations with using different services.

Grab the 512GB 12.9 iPad Pro with legendary M2 chip at an unbeatable price

512GB M2 12.9-inch iPad Pro drops to the lowest price.

Galaxy Z Flip 5 renders show big changes to the cover screen

Newly revealed concept renders reveal a larger cover screen on the Galaxy Z Flip 5 alongside a smaller secondary display.

Here's how you can join the waitlist for early access to Google's AI chatbot Bard

Google has opened up access to its conversational AI chatbot Bard and is putting those interested in it on a waitlist.

Monday 20 March 2023

New Pixel Watch update means it works even when the battery is dead

The March 2023 Pixel Watch update packs in a bunch of new features including fall detection and a clever new way to use the watch when the battery is dead.

Pixel Superfans receive an invitation to test Bard, Google's answer to ChatGPT

Google begins emailing a randomly selected group of Pixel Superfans an invitation to test its Bard conversational AI.

Samsung's Galaxy Z Flip 5 and Galaxy Z Fold 5: Leaker compiles list of all recent rumors

This is not good for Galaxy Fold fans.

Pixel 'aCropalypse' exploit could pose a severe data risk

A severe security flaw affecting PNG cropped screenshots on Pixel devices is detailed.

T-Mobile adds cashback dining program and other new rewards to T-Mobile Tuesdays

T-Mobile has handed out more than $1.5 billion in deals and offers to T-Mobile subscribers over the life of the T-Mobile Tuesdays program.

Huawei legacy reborn with full Google support! Stunning Honor Magic 5 Pro - Samsung’s new nemesis?

Huawei's incredible flagship phones died only to be reborn? Stunning Honor Magic 5 Pro with full Google and groundbreaking new tech takes on Samsung and Apple with a price to match.

Sunday 19 March 2023

The Galaxy Watch 6 series' battery specs have surfaced in a new listing

Samsung's upcoming Galaxy Watch 6 and Watch 6 Classic may have the same battery capacities for each size category.

15 Galaxy devices will not receive Android 14/One UI 6.0

Several Galaxy devices are losing support for major Android updates and will not receive Android 14/One UI 6.0.

Oppo reveals when its next flagship phone series will debut

Oppo has confirmed the announcement date of the Find X6 series.

Best Buy is spoiling us rotten with record-low Pixel 7 price

Google's excellent Pixel 7 and & 7 Pro are up to 42% off at Best Buy and Amazon.

Pixel vulnerability that hits the Markup screenshot editing tool is potentially dangerous

A flaw found on the Pixel Markup tool for editing screenshots allows someone to erase all edits and crops which could divulge personal data,

Study shows Apple Watch can predict pain levels of hospitalized patients with Sickle Cell disease

The Apple Watch is being used to predict pain levels of hospital patients with Sickle Cell disease who are experiencing a crisis.

Since getting banned from its U.S. supply chain, Huawei replaced 13,000 parts used in its products

According to Huawei's founder Ren Zhengfei , the company has had to replace 13,000 parts used in its products due to U.S. trade sanctions.

Saturday 18 March 2023

Galaxy Z Fold 4 and Z Flip 4 receive the March 2023 security update

Galaxy Z Fold 4 is seen receiving the update in Australian and Latin American countries. On the other hand, the Galaxy Z Flip 4 got firmware in several regions.

Huawei Mate X3 tipped to have a bigger foldable display than the Galaxy Z Fold 4

Huawei Mate X3 is the third iteration of the foldable smartphone from the company that doesn't launch in the U.S.

Google Camera app version 8.8 gives Pixel 6 users the faster and improved Night Sight feature

Version 8.8 of the Google Camera app brings the improved Night Sight to the Pixel 6 and Pixel 6 Pro.

Movie is so scary, it twice sets off a major health alert on one viewer's Apple Watch

The Outwaters, a movie released last year, is so scary that one viewer's Apple Watch went off twice alerting him to a high heart rate.

Huawei Enjoy 60 to be unveiled next Thursday with 14nm Kirin chip and a 6000mAh battery

A fresh rumor says that this Thursday Huawei will announce its mid-range Enjoy 60 with a 6000mAh battery and a 14nm Kirin chip under the hood.

Google adds profile pictures from the Contacts app to the Messages UI

Google adds a new feature to the Google Messages app that adds a profile picture of the person you are messaging.

Friday 17 March 2023

Weekly deals roundup: Cheaper-than-ever Motorola flagship, heavily discounted iPad Pro, and more

This week's expansive list of the best deals available across major US retailers includes a Motorola Edge+ (2022) bargain, deeply discounted iPad Pro 11 (2022), and cheaper-than-ever Apple Watch Ultra.

Modular Galaxy S23 case brings new camera accessories to your phone

Samsung has debuted two new camera accessories for the Galaxy S23 series' Gadget Case.

These are the expected battery specs of the entire Samsung Galaxy Watch 6 family

Samsung is expected to release two Galaxy Watch 6 and two Galaxy Watch 6 Classic variants later this year with these battery capacity numbers. But will there also be a Galaxy Watch 6 Pro?

Google I/O 2023: What to expect from this year's big event

Google's annual I/O developer conference takes place in May, where the company is expected to talk about upcoming devices, updates, and advancements in AI.

Meta Verified expands testing to the US with some changes

Meta Verified is the new paid Blue tick for Facebook and Instagram.

Samsung Galaxy A24 promo leak tells us everything we need to know

Promotional material and specifications for Samsung's Galaxy A24 have leaked entirely.

Thursday 16 March 2023

YouTube TV gets a price hike, now costs more than double its original price

YouTube TV has just announced that it's raising its base subscription by $8. The 4K Plus add-on will also receive a price cut.

Motorola Razr 2023 leak claims we may have been getting the name kinda wrong

Motorola's upcoming foldable may have a

Google stops sales of Google Glass to businesses with support ending in September

Google is stopping sales of the Google Glass Enterprise Edition 2 which is used by employees of certain companies. Support will end in September.

Xiaomi 13 Pro vs iPhone 14 Pro vs Galaxy S23 Ultra: Camera Comparison

Xiaomi's first global release with a 1-inch type sensor meets the mainstream competition, but is the new sensor the huge advantage that Xiaomi wants you to believe?...

Fitbit Today: How to use and customize your app dashboard

With or without Fitbit Premium, you can customize your Fitbit app's Today tab to get the most use out of it.

Yes, your moon photos are sort of “fake” but nothing to apologize for (Samsung breaks silence)

Samsung speaks about the "fake" moon photos taken by Galaxy phones for the first time ever, as multiple tests show conflicting results. Take a look at our own Moon Shot experiment!

Wednesday 15 March 2023

Specs for the Exynos 2300 SoC leak; modified version of the chip could power the Pixel 8 Pro

Specs for the Samsung Exynos 2300 SoC leak and a modified version of this chip should be used on the Pixel 8, Pixel 8 Pro.

Android 13 beta program continues with QPR3 Beta 1, rolling out now

Google has begun rolling out Android 13 QPR3 Beta 1 to eligible Pixel smartphones. Users in the program will be able to go straight to the Android 14 beta when it becomes available.

Google announces built-in AI tools starting with Gmail and Docs for its trusted tester program

Google will begin testing built-in AI tools with members of its trusted tester program in the U.S., beginning with Gmail and Docs.

Delayed Spotify HiFi is still on the way, but may not follow after Apple or Amazon

Spotify announced its HiFi tier back in 2021, but the feature has yet to launch. Now, we know why.

T-Mobile announces deal to acquire Mint Mobile, Ultra Mobile and Plum to expand its prepaid services



How to add music from YouTube Shorts to your YouTube Music collection

Adding songs you find on YouTube Shorts to your YouTube Music library is pretty easy. Here's how you can do it.

Tuesday 14 March 2023

Popular social media site has been down for hours and expects to be back up soon

Reddit has been suffering from an outage all afternoon although it appears that the social media platform will return soon.

Meta announces yet another round of employee layoffs as part of its 'Year of Efficiency'

Meta announced that it will go through another round of layoffs, with impending organizational restructuring to make the company more efficient.

Nothing Ear (2) specs and renders have leaked revealing possible feature improvements

Specs and new renders have leaked of the upcoming Nothing Ear (2) earbuds revealing possible feature improvements

Fitbit is making more of your health data available for free

Google has announced that more of Fitbit's Health Metric Dashboard will be available to all users, along with some new upgrades.

In the wake of ChatGPT, Google is adding generative AI to its Workspace apps

Google has announced new generative AI tools for its Workspace suite.

First Pixel 8 Pro renders leak, revealing a welcome change to the display

Newly leaked renders of the Pixel 8 Pro have revealed certain design changes to the display and camera housing.

Monday 13 March 2023

Galaxy S23 Ultra's moon shot called fake on social media

Samsung's moon photo used to promote the Galaxy S23 Ultra is caught up in a controversy over the marketing of such images.

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 5 could feature dust resistance

Time for an upgrade.

Design sketch of Huawei P60 Pro shows that it will include iPhone 14 Pro feature

A design sketch of the Huawei P60 Pro reveals that the device will have a Dynamic Island-style feature at the top of the screen.

Galaxy S23 series rumored to receive a big update to improve camera quality

Users have reported an odd blur effect present on photos taken using the latest Samsung Galaxy S23 series. The phones are rumored to receive an update soon to improve camera quality.

Blind camera comparison: OnePlus 11 vs Galaxy S23 Ultra, iPhone 14 Pro Max, Pixel 7 Pro

The OnePlus 11 goes against the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra, iPhone 14 Pro Max, and Pixel 7 Pro in our BLIND camera comparison!

Google finally releases massive March update for Pixel devices with new features and bug fixes

It's a little later than usual, but your wait for Google's newest monthly update for Pixel devices will handsomely pay off with several cool features and dozens of bug fixes.

Sunday 12 March 2023

Tim Cook pushes to get this device shipped against the wishes of Apple engineers

Apple CEO Tim Cook and COO Jeff Williams have been pushing to get Apple's $3,000 mixed reality headset shipped this year.

The AirPods could become Apple's next "health tool"

Apple could turn the AirPods into an FDA-approved hearing aid in the future, or have the device become another product that watches over users' health.

Galaxy S23 and S23 Plus hardware defect causing blurry photos, complaints say

Many Galaxy S23 and S23 Plus owners say the main camera produces blurry photos and it doesn't seem to be a software issue.

Telegram introduces Power Saving Mode as part of the new update

After introducing Profile Photo Maker and Chat translating feature last month, Telegram now brings Power Saving Mode, amongst others.

The new yellow iPhone 14 is the worst purchase you could make right now (Apple's mind games)

The new yellow iPhone is “better” than the old iPhone 14 because Apple is playing mind tricks on you! Everyone is talking about what might be the worst Apple deal ever.

Live images of the Pixel 7a leak

A tipster has posted live images of what allegedly is the Pixel 7a, Google's next mid-range handset that could be unveiled in May.

Saturday 11 March 2023

TSMC takes another Snapdragon chip away from Samsung Foundry

Samsung Foundry is losing more of Qualcomm's business as the premium mid-range Snapdragon 7+ Gen 1 chip will be produced by TSMC.

Jury finds ex-congressman guilty of using inside information to profit from T-Mobile-Sprint merger

A former Republic congressman was found guilty of insider trading and allegedly made over $100k on the T-Mobile-Sprint merger.

New yellow iPhone 14 is a mind game: Millions to fall for hottest but worst Apple deal in history?

The new yellow iPhone is “better” than the old iPhone 14 because Apple is playing mind tricks on you! Everyone is talking about what might be the worst Apple deal ever.

Steam on ChromeOS: Which games can you play on your Chromebook?

Steam on ChromeOS continues to be actively developed, but you might be wondering what games you can play.

Samsung is reportedly prepping a huge update to improve the cameras on its Galaxy S23 line

Reliable tipster Ice Universe says the Samsung Galaxy S23 series will be receiving a big update at the end of this month to optimize the cameras on the phones.

Poll: Do you like the new Spotify Home experience?

Spotify has begun rolling out a new Home experience reminiscent of TikTok, featuring large automatic previews for content. We want to know what you think, is it good or should is Spotify trying too hard?

Friday 10 March 2023

The iPhone X half a decade later: Are we entering the era of future-proof flagships?

Does the original $1000 iPhone stand the test of time?

T-Mobile's latest free line offer is... actually available for a lot of folks after all

There's another one of those cool free line deals available for select T-Mobile subscribers starting this week, and while its conditions and restrictions are... not great, a lot of people seem to be taking advantage of it.

Verizon's 5G service won the Super Bowl off the field

Verizon subscribers made up 60% of the crowd at the Super Bowl last month and consumed 47.8 TB of data.

How to change the wrist and orientation on your smartwatch

Choosing the wrong wrist setting can give you inaccurate heart rate results (and the display may be upside down). Here's how to make sure you have the right settings enabled for most smartwatch brands.

Samsung Galaxy A54 5G vs Galaxy S23: which one should you buy?

Should you save some money and buy the much improved Galaxy A54 5G? Or should you go all-out and get the flagship Galaxy S23? We explore the differences and whether they are worth it...

Samsung launches budget Galaxy M14 with a 50MP rear camera and massive battery

Samsung offers a variety of features not just in its high-end models but also in more affordable models like the Galaxy M line-up.

Thursday 9 March 2023

Under-Display Touch ID could come to the iPhone by 2026

Who knew it would take so long.

Android 14 may let users create their own emoji wallpapers on Pixels

A flag was spotted in the second Android 14 developer preview which could signify a Pixel-exclusive emoji wallpaper creator.

The first Android phone with the Dynamic Island is official

Realme becomes the first Android manufacturer to include a Dynamic Island-like feature on an Android phone.

Samsung's Fortnite map lets you run around a Galaxy S23-themed city

Samsung details its new custom-built Fortnite island for showcasing the latest Galaxy S23 series.

Analyst claims under-display Face ID pushed back to 2025

The technology could debut on the iPhone 16 Pro and iPhone 16 Pro Max.

Google Pixel 8: What we want to see

The Pixel 7 and 7 Pro are pretty incredible phones that don't have as many issues as their predecessors. Google should build on that success while also implementing a few changes that could go a long way.

Wednesday 8 March 2023

Survey reveals that you wouldn't want to be in a car driven by an Android or iOS user

A new survey reveals that both Android and iOS users take unnecessary risks while behind the wheel of a vehicle.

All Google One members are now eligible for VPN access at no extra cost

Perks like dark web monitoring and VPN access, which were limited to premier tier plans of Google One, are now available to all Google One members.

Android 14 Developer Preview 2 is here with stricter background app restrictions

The second Android 14 developer preview bars apps from running while in the background and introduces improved privacy and security features.

Tuesday 7 March 2023

Update your Pixel Buds Pro now for a big audio upgrade

Google is rolling out spatial audio to the Pixel Buds Pro, giving users enhanced audio experiences for supported apps.

Pixel Buds Pro finally get the promised spatial audio with head tracking update

Google has begun to roll out a firmware update for the Pixel Buds Pro that enables the promised Spatial Audio with Head Tracking feature.

The Galaxy S23 and other Samsung phones begin receiving the March 2023 security update

Samsung has started rolling out its March 2023 security patch with the hopes of correcting several critical issues.

Finally! The best Meta Quest 2 deal that we've ever seen is live at Best Buy now

It took a long time, but it seems like the Quest 2 deals are finally on the way. This offer from Best Buy is particularly tempting.

Monday 6 March 2023

Samsung knows how to humble the mighty Apple and put it in its place, report suggests

Samsung and Apple have a very tense working relationship but breaking up is not an option for the latter.

Huawei rumored to unveil flagship P60 line, Mate X3 foldable and more on March 23rd

The Huawei P60 series will be unveiled on March 23rd according to a Weibo-tipster and the company's latest Mate X3 foldable is also expected to appear.

How to cancel Netflix

Many people are interested in canceling their Netflix subscriptions nowadays, and our step-by-step guide will tell you how to do it in minutes.

Qualcomm Exec accidentally confirms Nothing Phone 2 will feature Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 chip

A Qualcomm exec has accidentally let it slip on social media which chip the Nothing Phone (2) will be powered by.

Nothing's next 'evolution' confirmed with Ear (2) launch date

Nothing has confirmed that the Ear (2) will launch on March 22.

Samsung's ultra-premium Galaxy Tab S9 family will reportedly (and predictably) have three big models

We still don't have a lot of information on Samsung's next-gen Galaxy Tab S9 family, but the existence of three main variants with and without 5G support is pretty much guaranteed now.

Google Play can now let you know if an app isn’t performing well so that you can skip it

Google Play’s latest feature is listing out a small alert in app pages when a given app or game has reportedly having issues.

The latest Moto G Power of 2023 gets its design leaked, along with some key specs

Motorola’s next budget phone has been leaked by a reliable tipster.

Sunday 5 March 2023

Video reportedly shows the display panels for the iPhone 15 series

Tipster Shrimp Apple Pro shares a video that allegedly shows display panels for the iPhone 15 series.

A Pixel Watch bug could make users late for work

A bug is making the alarm on some Google Pixel Watch units go off later than the set time.

Huawei in big trouble; company must come clean and explain its MWC actions

Huawei is being accused of planting electronics in its MWC badges that could have been used to track attendees.

How to use sleep tracking on Samsung Galaxy Watch 5 and Watch 5 Pro

Having a smartwatch is great for being able to view your notifications or ask Google Assistant for some help. But it's also an excellent tool for keeping an eye on your health, including sleep tracking.

Baby Yoda uses the Force to mess with Google Search; it's the latest Android, iOS Easter egg

Google has placed an Easter egg in the Android and iOS Google Search app that stars Grogu aka Baby Yoda.

Galaxy Z Flip 5: Samsung failed four times but finally making the "perfect" folding phone?

The new Galaxy Z Flip 5 promises to flip the script on small foldables thanks to an absolutely massive outer display! A Flip 5 with this design means I wouldn't buy a Galaxy S23.

How to use Live Captions on your Android phone

Live Captions can be a godsend for many, especially those who have special needs. Here's how you can turn on and use this feature on your Android phone.

Saturday 4 March 2023

Nvidia and Qualcomm could be hurt by U.S. plan to block more exports to Huawei

The U.S. is reportedly looking to block Huawei from receiving more supplies from the U.S. which will impact Nvidia, Qualcomm, and others.

Some Pixel owners can't wait until Monday

If the March Pixel Feature Drop arrives on Monday as expected, those subscribed to the beta program will be able to exit the beta without a penalty.

Android 15 will be a plain vanilla release

Android 15 V will have the dessert nickname of Vanilla Ice Cream and it is already being used in Android Open Source Project documentation.

Poll: Will the Quest Pro price cut get you to buy one?

Meta recently announced a price cut for the Quest Pro that goes into effect on March 5. Does this make the headset more enticing?

Friday 3 March 2023

Android Auto tests swapping panes in its new split-screen UI

The new Android Auto UI with a split layout separating navigation and music into different panes may be getting an update where you can now choose whether these panes are on the left or the right of the display.

OnePlus Ace 2V to launch in China soon, packing the MediaTek Dimensity 9000

Looks like OnePlus yet has another event on the home ground to launch a mid-range handset.

Google Play starts warning users if an app is riddled with problems

Google Play's warnings about apps with potentially problematic technical issues have started appearing.

Rumor mill says Apple will soon add this color as an option for iPhone 14 buyers

A tipster in China says that Apple will soon announce a new color option for the iPhone 14 and iPhone 14 Plus.

How to switch to the single-line layout on the Android 13 lock screen clock

Can't bear to look at that gigantic clock on your lock screen? Here's how you can change it to the single-line layout on Android 13.

Motorola Razr 2023 to launch 'very soon' with an improved hinge mechanism

After getting a good reception for Motorola Razr’s previous model, the company is set to launch the next iteration soon.

Thursday 2 March 2023

Man saves drowning woman but his iPhone falls in the lake for 11 days; this story has two miracles

An iPhone 11 fell into a lake in Brazil where it was submerged for 11 days to a depth of 7 meters and still survived.

Waterdrop hinge for the Galaxy Z Fold 5 is reportedly being put to the test

Samsung has reportedly begun testing the durability of its new hinge design for the Galaxy Z Fold 5.

Americans are desperate to remove this popular app from their phones and tablets

VPNOverview has created a list of the ten most popular apps that Americans desperately want to have removed from their mobile devices.

Best of MWC 2023: PhoneArena Awards

On the final day of MWC 2023 we present the PhoneArena Awards honoring the best products and innovations at the show.

Best OnePlus 11 cases 2023

Dress your fine-looking OnePlus 11 in the finest garb. These stellar OnePlus 11 cases are the classiest and most durable of the bunch.

Google and Canada prove that doing the right thing sometimes sucks for everyone

Around 4% of Canadians have limited access to news content as Google tests product responses to the new C-18 bill.

Fake texts and email from "Apple" and two other firms aim to steal your credit card and banking info

Protect your bank and credit card accounts by looking out for three fake emails/texts coming from DHL, FedEx, and Apple.

Magic Eraser rolls out for Google One subscribers on iOS and Android

Google is expanding Magic Eraser and other features to all Android and iOS users subscribed to Google One.

Wednesday 1 March 2023

Google Fi no longer uses US Cellular as part of its official network

A Google Fi subscriber has found out by contacting support that the service is dropping one of its two carriers.

Realme's new phone can fully charge in under 10 minutes

Realme launches the new GT3 with in impressive 240W charging. The phone will retail in Europe and Asia for just $649.

Amazon Fire TV Cube (Gen 3) vs. (Gen 2): Should you upgrade?

2022 vs. 2019

Samsung is cooking up a small but potentially meaningful Galaxy Watch 6 battery upgrade

Samsung is already just about guaranteed to squeeze slightly larger batteries inside the 40 and 44mm Galaxy Watch 6 this year than last year's 40 and 44mm Galaxy Watch 5.

MWC 2023: We saw the crazy Xiaomi Leica concept, but it was a sticky situation

Last year, Xiaomi teased a crazy concept phone with a huge (and really expensive) Leica objective lens attached to the body. We saw it in person at MWC!