Phone News
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Pixel 10a vs 9a: A Small Upgrade, Still a Smart Buy
Google’s Pixel 10a adds Satellite SOS, a brighter display, and small refinements – but if you have the 9a, the upgrade case is thin.
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SwitchBot AI Art Frame Hands-on – No Cord, No Glow, Just Art
With a matte E Ink display and up to two-year battery life, the SwitchBot AI Art Frame finally makes digital wall art look like real artwork.
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Sony XM6 vs XM5 Buds – What’s Better, What’s Not
Sony’s XM6 adds clearer sound and better calls – but is it enough to upgrade from the XM5? Here are my hands-on impressions.
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Waze Is About to Get Better at Warning You What’s Ahead
Waze will be adding earlier warnings for road hazards, speed limit drops, and improved roundabout directions. Here’s how these new features make everyday driving safer.
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Chrome’s New AI Can Shop and Log In for You – Should You Let It?
Google’s agentic AI can browse, log in, and shop on your behalf. Here’s why I’m curious – and cautious – about turning it on.
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Samsung’s $2,899 TriFold Is a Phone That Tries to Replace Your Laptop
Samsung’s TriFold unfolds into a 10-inch screen and uses DeX to run like a laptop. Can it really replace your laptop, and is it worth $900 more than the Fold?
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WhatsApp Embroiled in Privacy Controversy - What to Use Instead
A lawsuit alleges WhatsApp may expose more data than people realize. We compare Signal, iMessage, Google Messages, and RCS as safer alternatives.
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Apple’s New AirTag Fixes the One Thing That Drove Me Crazy
The new AirTag is 50% louder, and that simple change makes finding keys, bags, and wallets far easier in real life.
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Spotify's Prompted Playlist Puts You in Charge of the Algorithm
The new AI feature lets Premium subscribers describe the kind of music they want to hear for a custom playlist that auto-refreshes daily or weekly.
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Pinwheel Home Brings Back the Landline Phone – for Kids
This screen-free home phone runs over Wi-Fi and gives kids a way to call family and friends without a smartphone.
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iOS Apps Have Been Leaking Users' Information. Here’s How to Stop It
Security researchers found nearly 200 apps in the App Store exposing user data through sloppy coding, not malicious intent. And AI apps are the worst offenders.
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A Faster, Cooler Wireless Charger: The EcoFlow Rapid Mag Qi2.2 Deal
Fast Qi2.2 charging, strong magnets, built-in cable, and real heat protection make EcoFlow’s Rapid Mag Qi2.2 easy to recommend. Now 25% off.
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Anker's Clamp-On Power Strip Hides Clutter Under Your Desk
Anker’s 70W Nano Power Strip clamps on the edge of your desk, keeping USB ports within reach and bulky AC outlets out of sight for smart cable management.
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Got That Scary Instagram Password Reset Email? Here's What to Do
Meta fixed a flaw that let hackers send password reset emails to users, but it says no accounts were compromised. Here's what you need to know.
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Gemini Wants to Use Your Data to Help You. Should You Let It?
Gemini can personalize answers by pulling information from your Gmail, Photos, and search history. I see the appeal – and plenty of reasons to be cautious.
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Why Apple’s Gemini-Powered Siri Could Finally Be Useful
Apple is rebuilding Siri on Gemini AI. The move could finally make Siri conversational, helpful, and smarter – without giving up Apple’s privacy stance.
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AGI Is Showing What Hands-Free AI Can Actually Do on a Phone
AGI’s new voice assistant goes beyond simple commands, controlling apps and system settings directly for faster, hands-free phone use.
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iFLYTEK’s New Translation Earbuds Handle Noise and Long-Range Use
iFLYTEK’s translation earbuds delivered clear, fast translations even on the noisy CES floor, with long-range support through the AI Recorder S6.
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Nirva AI Jewelry Wants to Be Your Emotional Guide
Nirva is a new wearable that uses sensors and AI to analyze your mood and relationships. I look at what it actually does, how it works, and the privacy questions it raises.
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Rokid’s AI Style Are Smart Glasses I’d Actually Wear All Day
By ditching the display and focusing on comfort, AI, and prescriptions, Rokid’s Style glasses feel more like eyewear than wearable tech.
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Delays Cost Fliers 3.9 Million Hours this Year
The flight-tracking app Flighty's year-end report shows which airlines kept passengers waiting the longest and quantifies an especially annoying phenomenon.
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OnePlus 15R Hands-On: Incredible Battery, Frustrating Camera Trade-Off
The OnePlus 15R delivers massive battery life, smooth performance, and fast charging – but dropping the telephoto camera makes it hard to recommend.
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Instagram Launches TV App to Battle YouTube Shorts
The app brings Reels to Amazon Fire TV devices, letting you watch short videos organized into channels on the big screen. Other devices may be coming.
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New Android Virus Can Lock You Out of Your Phone and Wipe Data
With DroidLock, crooks take over a phone and threaten to delete its data if the owner doesn't pay up. Follow these steps to protect against it and all malware.
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Apple Keeps Walking Back Liquid Glass with iOS 26.2 Lock Screen Fix
Apple adds a new slider to reduce transparency on the lock screen clock. The update also lets you set the screen to flash for notifications.
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Kindle App Gets AI Answers For Book Questions – Debuting in iOS
Amazon's “Ask this Book” feature helps readers remember characters and plot points. It's now available on iPhone in the U.S., and authors can't opt out.
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Our Favorite Shokz Open-Ear Headphones Are Up to 30% Off
Multiple Shokz open-ear models we recommend – including the OpenRun Pro 2 – just dropped to holiday-level discounts through December 28.
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Android Phones Can Now Stream Live Video to 911 Dispatchers
Google will let Android users share live video during emergencies. The feature works with 911 systems used by 60% of North American dispatch centers.
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Never Lose a Thought Again. This Ring Records Your Ideas Anytime
Pebble’s Index 01 water-resistant smart ring lets you record ideas with the press of a button, even when your phone’s out of reach.
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RAM Shortage Will Make Most Gadgets Pricier. Check Holiday Sales Now
You might be able to save yourself thousands of dollars on a tech upgrade by shopping during the current holiday sales, before prices surge.
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How to Stop an iPhone from Auto-Connecting to 'Known' Wi-Fi Networks
If your Apple devices are syncing passwords, the iPhone may auto-connect to any Wi-Fi network it, your Mac, or your iPad has ever used, including unsecured or barely secured ones.
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Apple’s App Store Awards Spotlight Useful Fitness and Nutrition Apps
Apple’s top apps of 2025 span creativity and gaming, but the health and wellness finalists were the ones that stood out to me. Here’s what impressed me.
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How to Use Your Phone to Watch Netflix on a TV
Netflix has mostly ended the ability to wirelessly stream video from Android phones and tablets, iPhones, and iPads. But you can still use a cable.
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Google Photos Annual Recap is Fun but Doesn't Always Make Good Choices
Like Spotify Wrapped, the new Photos Recap produces a slick compilation of 2025 memories – from pics of family and vistas to snaps of luggage claim checks.
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Android Update Fixes 107 Bugs – Including Security Vulnerabilities
Google’s December Android patch fixes 107 flaws, including actively exploited bugs. Here’s why this update is urgent and how to check for it.
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How to Stop Cookie Jacking and Keep Hackers Out of Your Accounts
Hackers can steal your browser cookies to access your accounts without passwords. Learn the steps that block cookie jacking and keep your data safe.
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Samsung’s Galaxy Z TriFold Turns Into a True Tablet—Coming to the U.S.
The Galaxy Z TriFold unfolds into a spacious 9.9-inch screen, packs the latest Snapdragon power, and brings flagship cameras to a sleek new foldable format.
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I love this Belkin 3-Port USB-C Charger. Amazon has Cut The Price 32%
It's compact, has no old-fashioned USB-A ports, and charges my MacBook Air faster than Apple's own charger – and about the same while also filling my iPhone.
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Rokid Max AR Glasses at a Crazy-Low Price Right Now
Get high-quality AR glasses for just $150 – 48% off. The Rokid Max delivers a 160-inch-equivalent screen, 1080p OLED displays, and built-in vision correction.
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AirPods Deals: Pro 3 and AirPods 4 ANC Hit Lowest Prices for Black Fri
Discounts range from $30 on the AirPods Pro 3 to $69 on the Airpods 4 (ANC) – both with active noise cancellation. Standard AirPods 4 drop $49
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Google Upgrades Nano Banana Image Generator, But It Still Needs Polish
New Pro version in Gemini promises features such as creating infographics, compositing multiple images, and re-shooting photos. It's a work in progress.
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Apple Joins Google to Provide Digital ID for Flight Check-in
You can now scan your passport with an iPhone to create a TSA-compliant ID for domestic flight check-in, but only at certain airports.
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OnePlus 15 Hands-On: Blazing Speed and the Best Battery Yet
With a new design, fast Snapdragon chip, and record battery life, the OnePlus 15 brings major upgrades. Here’s what stood out in my testing.
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Flying Soon? Airlines Are Quietly Cracking Down on Li-Ion Batteries
Airlines are enforcing new lithium battery limits for carry-ons. See what’s allowed before your next flight.
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Google Brings Gemini AI to Mobile Photos App for Wild Edit Options
Upgraded Android and iOS Google Photos apps let you simply request changes, which usually work and look convincing. It also raises questions about privacy.
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Google Maps Gets Chatty with Gemini AI Integration
A free AI upgrade to Maps adds more natural voice search, proactive traffic alerts, and landmark-aware directions, but falls short of fluid conversation.
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Screen Skinz Reveals Custom Design When Your iPhone Screen Is Off
This tempered glass screen protector can be etched with the design of your choice, which is visible only when the screen is dark – for the most part.
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Meta Ray-Ban Display Glasses Are Not Quite Ready for Most People
A bright 5,000-nit display, gesture control band, and Meta AI make these smart glasses surprisingly capable, but battery life and size still hold them back.
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These $129 SoundPEATS Earbuds Sound Far More Expensive Than They Are
Stylish design, Hi-Res Audio certification, and excellent comfort make the SoundPEATS H3 stand out in the budget category. See how they compare to far pricier rivals.
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Why Ray-Ban’s New Meta Smart Glasses Are Finally Worth the Upgrade
Ray-Ban’s newest Meta smart glasses refine the formula with smoother 3K video, improved AI, and double the battery life – while staying stylish.
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I Tried Samsung’s Galaxy XR and Still Don’t Know Why Anyone Needs It
Samsung’s Galaxy XR shows the same problem haunting Apple and Meta: no one can explain why we need XR headsets in the first place.
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Google’s New Recovery Contact Can Save Your Account
Google’s new Recovery Contact feature lets a trusted friend help you regain access to your account if you get locked out. Here’s why you should set it up.
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Google Fights $1B Text Scam Surge With New Anti-Phishing Protections
After a $1B text scam wave, Google’s new AI spam-blocking tools for Android take aim at phishing, just as Apple strengthens iOS scam filters.
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Gemini Live on Sony Headphones: A Great Idea That’s Half Baked
You can now invoke Google's AI assistant just with your voice, but other key actions still require fumbling with your phone.
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Is Amazon's Apple AirPods Pro 2 Discount Worth Skipping the Pro 3?
Apple’s AirPods Pro 3 are great – but not $80 better. With the AirPods Pro 2 down to $169.99, here’s why they’re still the smarter choice.
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The MagSafe Phone Stand That Made My Flight to Hawaii Bearable
From plane rides to shooting YouTube videos, the Omoton 360° Rotating MagSafe Tripod Mount proves that one compact stand can do it all.
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Meta Bets on Everyday AI With Three New Smart Glasses
From in-lens displays to sport-ready frames, Meta’s new smart glasses lineup shows the future of AI eyewear is finally getting practical. Here's our take.
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Rokid’s New Smart Glasses Promise Accessibility Breakthroughs
Rokid’s new smart glasses offer live captions, translations, and a clever fix for prescription lenses – but short battery life could hold them back
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The Slim Wallet Tracker with a Battery That Goes 5 Years
Tired of wallet trackers that die every year or need odd chargers? UGREEN’s Slim G runs for five years and is slim enough to actually carry.
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iOS 26 for iPhone Is Here – But Should You Update Now or Wait?
Liquid Glass makes iOS 26 the most dramatic iPhone makeover in years. Here’s how it looks, what it adds – and why holding off on the update makes sense.
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The DJI Mic Mini We Use to Make All of Our Vids Drops to Just $59
This DJI Mic Mini I use for all my Techlicious videos and highly recommend is now just $59 - a whopping 34% off! Grab this deal while you can.
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Apple’s AirPods Pro 3 Claim World’s Best Noise Cancellation
With Apple’s AirPods Pro 3, you get world-class noise canceling, live translation, better hearing aid support, and a secure new fit.
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Apple’s New iPhone Air Is So Thin It Feels Unreal
Apple’s new iPhone Air is just 5.64mm thin, yet it packs iPhone 17 Pro-level power. Here’s why it’s stealing the spotlight.
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IFA 2025: This Rugged Phone Hides a Smartwatch in the Back
The Oukitel WP200 Pro delivers rugged durability, a 108MP camera, 8800mAh battery, and a clever modular earpiece that works as a Bluetooth headset or smartwatch.
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IFA 2025: Timekettle W4 Brings Near-Instant Language Translation
The new W4 earbuds use AI and bone-sensor tech for fast, accurate translation. Here’s what their expert panel had to say about the future of translation.
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IFA 2025 Techlicious Editor’s Choice Awards
From AI-powered earbuds to ultra-bright projectors, we found the best new products launching from Europe’s biggest tech show.
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Rokid Glasses Blend AI, AR, and Style in a Featherlight Frame
Weighing just 49 grams, Rokid Glasses pack AR displays, a 12MP camera, real-time translation, and ChatGPT integration into everyday eyewear.
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Pixel Watch 4: Smarter, Safer, and Finally a True Apple Rival
With satellite SOS, integrated Gemini AI, and improved health tools, the Pixel Watch 4 is Google’s best smartwatch yet - and arguably better than Apple.
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Pixel 10: Big AI Leap and Magnetic Charging Upgrade
The Pixel 10 adds faster on-device AI and magnetic Qi2 charging with Pixelsnap – finally making MagSafe accessories work on Android.
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I Tried Baseus’s MagSafe Power Banks – Here’s the One I’d Buy
I tested Baseus’s PicoGo AM31 and AM41 MagSafe batteries for weeks. Both work well, but one stood out. Here’s what I liked – and what I didn’t.
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NordVPN Now Blocks Scam Calls on Android – No Extra Cost
Tired of scam calls? NordVPN’s Android app now screens them for free – here’s why I think it’s a big win for subscribers.
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How Starlink Is Powering Scams That Target Americans
Scam messaging factories using Starlink internet service are defrauding Americans out of billions. Here’s why a U.S. senator is calling on Musk to act.
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The Glasses Case That Helps You Stop Losing Your Glasses
Misplace your glasses? Satechi’s FindAll Case uses Apple’s Find My and fits everything from readers to oversized sunglasses.
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Android Chrome Update Breaks 1Password Autofill – How to Fix It
Chrome now requires Android users to re-enable 1Password Autofill. Make this change before August 5 to avoid issues.
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Lost in Textlation: The Most Misunderstood Acronyms of 2025
From EMBM to RLRT, these are the acronyms Americans understand the least, according to a new study. How many do you recognize?
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Track Your Wallet Without Losing a Card Slot
Nomad’s Mag Wallet has Find My tracking built in, works with MagSafe, and charges wirelessly – all in premium Horween leather.
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My Must-Have Chargers Are Half Off for Prime Day
These portable chargers keep my phone, earbuds, and laptop powered up on the go, and they’re all steeply discounted – starting at under $20 for Prime Day.
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Hands-On with Samsung’s New Galaxy Watches: What’s Actually New
From the slimmer “Galaxy Cushion” design to Gemini AI and an antioxidant sensor, here’s what’s different about Samsung’s latest wearables.
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Samsung’s Foldables Evolve: Fold7, Flip7, and the First Flip FE
Samsung’s Galaxy Z Fold7 and Flip7 promise better screens, cameras, and design, and the new Galaxy Z Flip7 FE brings foldables under $1,000.
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If You Own One of These Anker Power Banks, Stop Using It Immediately
Overheating, melting plastic, and fire risk – Anker power banks are under recall. See if yours is on the list and claim your refund or replacement.
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Why You Should Turn Off This Gemini Setting on Your Android Phone
Gemini saves your voice commands and AI chats by default. If you use Google’s AI, you’re sharing more than you think. Here’s how to protect your privacy.
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Rokid Launches AR Spatial Glasses with 300-Inch Virtual Display
The new Rokid AR Spatial system turns glasses into a portable 3-screen workspace with Android app support and immersive visuals up to 300 inches.
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Anker’s Best Wireless Travel Charger for Apple Devices Is 25% Off
Anker’s Qi2-certified MagGo 3-in-1 delivers fast wireless charging for all your Apple gear in one sleek, foldable unit, and it's now on sale.
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iOS 26 Is Apple’s Most Polished Update in Years: Here’s Why
A beautiful new interface, better scam detection, and smart search tools make iOS 26 a meaningful iPhone update. But some features will be limited by device.
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This Clever Travel Adapter Has a Built-in Global 4G Hotspot
RoamPlug aims to simplify travel with a single device for both power and connectivity. I tested its charging speed, hotspot performance, and value.
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Adobe Brings Photoshop to Android Phones with Generative AI Tools
Adobe’s Photoshop app is now available on Android in beta. It’s loaded with AI and layering tools, but requires time to learn and use well.
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How to Claim Your Share of Apple’s $95M Siri Lawsuit Settlement
Did you get the Siri class action email? Even if you didn't, you can still file a claim for up to $100 from Apple’s privacy lawsuit. Here's how to apply.
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This Ultra-Fast Beast of a Power Bank Is Down to $88 on Amazon
Great for travel or working on the go, the 20000mAh CUKTECH 15 Ultra is $87.99 with coupon on Amazon. Dual USB-C, real-time display, and 165W output.
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Sony’s XM6 Headphones Push Noise Canceling to the Next Level
Sony’s latest flagship over-ear headphones build on the XM5 with smarter noise canceling, better sound, and improved comfort. Here’s what to know.
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Android 16 Rolls Out Top-Level Security for Everyone
Google's strongest mobile protections are no longer just for Pixel phones. See what Advanced Protection does and why it’s worth using.
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Gemini Is Coming to Your Watch, Car & TV – and That Changes Everything
From safer driving to easier watch controls and smarter TV searches, Gemini’s next phase could redefine how we interact with technology daily.
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Samsung Lets You Send Money to Anyone with a Simple Tap
Samsung's new Tap to Transfer feature uses NFC to send money instantly – even if the other person doesn’t have a Samsung phone, or a phone at all.
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Liberty 5 Earbuds: Better ANC, Bigger Battery, Lower Price
Soundcore’s $129 Liberty 5 earbuds offer major upgrades in call clarity, ANC, and comfort, with Dolby Audio and up to 48 hours of playback.
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My Favorite Wireless Travel Charger Is 20% Off Right Now
The gorgeous, tiny Butterfly SE simultaneously charges your iPhone at 15W and Apple Watch with a single cable – and it’s now priced right at $79.99.
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Skip the Wallet – TSA Now Accepts Digital IDs on Your Phone
You can now create a free digital ID from your passport or Real ID license to pass through TSA security – but only at select airports. Here's how it works.
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FTC Says These Text Scams Cost Americans $470M in 2024
FTC says text scams cost Americans five times more than in 2020. From phony jobs to fake deliveries, here’s what to avoid and how to report scams.
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I Tried Google’s New AI Search – It’s Surprisingly Helpful
Google AI Mode now takes images, video, and voice input – and remembers context. I tried it, and it changes how you think about searching.
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This Samsung Update Could Change How You Use Your Phone
One UI 7 brings new AI tools to Galaxy phones – think real-time prompts, creative help, and smart suggestions based on how you use your phone.
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Best Apple Deals from Amazon’s Spring Sale – iPads, AirPods & More
From the powerful M4 iPad Pro to the lowest price yet on AirPods Pro 2, here are the best Apple discounts from Amazon’s Spring Sale.
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Google's AI Takeover: Assistant Dies, Gemini Rises
Google is replacing Assistant with data-hungry Gemini. Discover its impressive new powers, troubling privacy implications, and whether you should be worried.