Sunday 31 July 2022

More Pixel 6a users report having a fingerprint sensor issue that allows anyone to unlock the device

The Google Pixel 6a is having an issue of its own regarding the under-display fingerprint scanner. It seems that the biometric reader is allowing anyone to unlock the phone.

Repair Mode, rolling out first on Galaxy S21 line, stops third-party repairmen from stealing data

Samsung in South Korea is rolling out Repair Mode to the Galaxy S21 series. This protects users from having theor personal data stolen by third-party repair shops.

Sony's ageless WH-1000XM4 headphones are on a limited-time clearance sale at a killer price

Released back in 2020, the noise-cancelling Sony WH-1000XM4 are still undoubtedly some of the best high-end headphones money can buy... especially at $250.

Google is doing nothing about these hugely popular malicious apps, so just delete them yourself

This new list of malicious Android apps includes several titles downloaded more than a million times and at least three still available for download from Google Play.

Xiaomi 12S Ultra: From an iPhone clone to a global powerhouse - the student becomes the master?

Xiaomi went from an iPhone clone to a global powerhouse about to overtake both Apple and Samsung! Here's what happened...

YouTube Music app adds useful new feature for Android, iOS music fans

YouTube Music has added a new feature making it easier to find cover versions, outtakes, and live performances of the songs that you are listening to.

Average iPhone 14 and Apple 2022 watch family prices seemingly set to rise

Whether or not Apple increases the starting prices of the iPhone 14 and its new watches, the average price will likely still rise.

Saturday 30 July 2022

Hidden icon found in Google Camera update suggests the foldable Pixel is back in play

An icon found in the Google Camera 8.6 update could indicate that development of the foldable Pixel handset is back on.

TSMC completes the construction of its Phoenix-based fab which will produce 5nm chips in 2024

The world's leading independent chip foundry, TSMC, announced that it has completed building the structure for Fab 21 located in Phoenix, Arizona.

This is by far Amazon's best Samsung Galaxy Tab S8+ deal yet

Normally priced at $900, the 12.4-inch Samsung Galaxy Tab S8+ is on sale right now for almost 150 bucks less than that in a single color option.

Here's how you can make AT&T pay for its controversial admin fee... in California

AT&T has recently agreed to settle a drawn-out lawsuit over a fee many customers found to be misleading, and you can now file a claim for your share of $14 million.

Apple on the attack! Company cites sideloading for Android's malware woes

While lawmakers in various countries are trying to pressure Apple into allowing sideloading on the iPhone, Apple responds by criticizing Android.

UK mobile industry cracks down on scam texts, reduces them by 97%

UK carriers battle scam calls and reduce them by 90% in a year.

Friday 29 July 2022

YouTube launches new tool that turns any video into Shorts

YouTube has just announced a brand-new tool that allows content creators to import their videos into Shorts.

These are all the Galaxy Z Flip 4 colors and combos prematurely confirmed by Samsung

Who needs leakers when Samsung itself appears to have confirmed more than 70 Galaxy Z Flip 4 color combinations ahead of an August 10 announcement?

Apple's massively popular HomePod mini is on sale at a rare discount in one snazzy color

Although small, this latest discount is the best you can currently hope to get on Apple's industry-leading HomePod mini smart speaker.

Google sends out first update for the just-released Pixel 6a

Google has pushed out an update for the Pixel 6a, the mid-range model that was just released yesterday by Google.

Galaxy Early Birds to Go - Samsung's take on "try first, buy later"

Samsung will be giving users the chance to test out the Galaxy Z Flip 4, Galaxy Z Fold 4, Galaxy Watch 5 series and the Galaxy Buds 2 Pro. After three days, they will be able to purchase them or return them - no questions asked.

Under-Display Face ID set to debut on the iPad Pro

Ross Young, a prominent display industry insider, discusses the future of under-display Face ID. The feature could first arrive on the iPad Pro between 2023 and 2025, before being adopted by the iPhone in 2026.

Thursday 28 July 2022

Samsung agrees to be fined $9.8 million for misleading smartphone consumers

An Australian court has imposed heavy penalties on Samsung for misleading consumers about the water resistance capabilities of its phones.

OnePlus 10T officially confirmed to 'evolve beyond speed' with 16GB RAM and much more

The beastly but presumably inexpensive OnePlus 10T is set for an August 3 launch with 16GB RAM, 256GB storage, and an incredibly sophisticated cooling system among others.

Apple reports record revenue for fiscal third quarter; Services, iPhone save the day

Apple reported record revenue during the fiscal third quarter led by its Services unit. Handset sales also rose while other units posted a small decline.

Update coming to Google Camera app brings Material You changes, no Frequent Faces

The latest update to the Pixel's Google Camera app doesn't bring back Frequent Faces but does add Material You to the UI.

Pixel 6A: The “perfect” iPhone and Galaxy replacement - hard to recommend thanks to Google

Google fails to get its own software and hardware right again - this time on the brand new Pixel 6A. Security risks and display omissions stop me from recommending the phone to friends and family, despite incredible value!

Motorola makes the budget-friendly Moto G32 official with a 90Hz screen and 50MP camera

Although very familiar and even somewhat generic-looking, Motorola's new low-cost Moto G32 does come with a few interesting features... for its price.

Apple looking to hire engineers for its third Israeli R&D site for Mac chips

Apple is currently looking for engineers for its third development center in Israel which will focus on Mac chips. The company is also expanding its R&D center in Palestine.

Wednesday 27 July 2022

New pre-Unpacked report suggests Samsung's Galaxy Buds 2 Pro will get a very 'Pro' price

If this latest pre-Samsung Unpacked rumor is to be trusted, the Galaxy Buds 2 Pro will be costlier than both the Galaxy Buds 2 and Galaxy Buds Pro at their US launch.

Galaxy S23 Ultra rumor: the 10MP 10x periscope camera will return again

The latest speculation about next year's Galaxy S23 Ultra has the device sporting a 10MP periscope camera with 10x optical zoom.

Google is not doing anything about these hugely popular malicious apps, so just delete them yourself

This new list of malicious Android apps includes several titles downloaded more than a million times and at least three still available for download from Google Play.

Pixel 6A: Another missed opportunity for Google sets the stage for Nothing Phone to shine bright

The Pixel 6A is just another Pixel - it comes with the good and the bad things that made the Pixel 6 series popular, which gives Car Pei's Nothing Phone 1 a unique chance to steal the title of "best value phone of 2022". Here's why!

T-Mobile sets a company record for new postpaid accounts during Q2

T-Mobile's shares soared today after the company reported a smaller than expected loss for the second quarter. After removing M&A costs, the company beat earnings expectations.

Apple set to slash the prices of some of its products in China... for a limited time

The exclusive offer will allow Chinese customers to save up to the equivalent of about $90 on the iPhone 13 Pro and iPhone 13 Pro Max.

Tuesday 26 July 2022

Samsung trademark filing hints at 432MP-450MP camera sensor in the works

A filing made by Samsung in Korea for a new trademark suggests that a new 432MP-450MP image sensor is in the works.

Verizon advertises 5G Home Internet by selling Xbox Series X/S consoles

Verizon announced it has teamed up with Microsoft to offer Xbox All Access in select stores and online.

Amazon has a few Apple M1-powered iPad Pro 11 (2021) models on sale at absolutely huge discounts

With Prime Day in the rearview mirror, Amazon is finally offering some good summer deals on a few 11-inch Apple iPad Pro (2021) models.

Is that you, iPhone 14 Pro Max? LeBest launches cheap iPhone knock off

LeBest X14 Pro Max arrives months before the iPhone 14 Pro Max as a potential replacement for those of us willing to make some compromises for very big savings.

OnePlus Nord CE is finally getting stable OxygenOS 12 based on Android 12

The OnePlus Nord CE mid-ranger is now getting OxygenOS 12.1 update based on Android 12, but only in India.

Monday 25 July 2022

Amazon's top new charcoal grill is the Pixel Buds Pro; wait, what?

According to Amazon's website and app, the Pixel Buds Pro is the online retailer's number one new release in charcoal grills.

Google Workspace apps get optimized for Android tablets, here is what to expect

Google is rolling out a little bit of an upgrade to some of its Workspace apps for Android devices.

History is made! Samsung beats out TSMC and starts shipping 3nm GAA chipsets

Samsung made history today as the first foundry to start shipping 3nm chipsets using gate-all-around transistors.

Boost Mobile obliterates the competition with the cheapest 'unlimited' plan in the US

Boost Mobile has quietly launched a killer new promotion for new customers allowing you to get unlimited "everything" for just $25 a month.

No 4nm, but these other improvements could still help iPhone 14 become the speed king

Even though the standard iPhone 14 models will use the A15 Bionic, and the Pro's A16 will be based on the 5nm tech, there are a lot of improvements that we can expect.

T-Mobile's big 2021 data breach bill comes in at a whopping $500 million total

T-Mobile will need to cough up $350 million for the customer data compromised last year and invest "at least" $150 million more in improving its security.

More base RAM and big performance boost tipped for iPhone 14

The iPhone 14 series could offer more base RAM than the outgoing range and the Pros could feature a new memory standard.

Vote now: Under-display fingerprint scanners vs rear/side mounted

Okay, the time has come to tackle this controversial subject! Which technology do you prefer?

New Pixel 6a get a good repair score yet Google's quality control may be amiss

New yet scratched, the Pixel 6a assemblers strike again.

Sunday 24 July 2022

Cool Pixel 6a photography feature coming this week to Pixel 6 and Pixel 6 Pro

The Camouflage feature, which makes background items less distracting on photos taken with the Pixel 6a, is coming to the Pixel 6 and Pixel 6 Pro on July 28th.

Netflix escapes Apple Tax at last as app links to streamer's own subscription site

App Store users wishing to subscribe to Netflix can now subscribe through Netflix avoiding the Apple Tax.

Apple Watch Pro could ditch the current rectangular form but it won't be for everybody

The rugged Apple Watch Pro could feature a fresh design but it might be too big for most people.

Lucky consumer gets his Pixel Buds Pro early and loves them

One lucky Redditor received his pair of Pixel Buds Pro early and loves them. The true wireless stereo earbuds will be released on July 28th.

Inflation! Could Apple and Samsung bring ads to your iPhone and Android or make you subscribe to it?

Phones with ads and buying your next iPhone like it's a Spotify subscription! Will Apple and Samsung fill your phones with ads to make them cheaper? Would you like that? Vote in the poll!

Saturday 23 July 2022

Verizon falls well short of Wall Street's prediction of net new phone subscribers during Q2

Verizon reported much fewer net new phone subscribers during the second quarter than Wall Steet expected.

Image depicting iPhone 14 Pro camera highlights where Galaxy S22 Ultra might have an edge

Images depicting iPhone 14 and 14 Max and iPhone 14 Pro and Pro Max camera arrays reveal they will not have a hotly tipped feature.

Samsung allegedly owes a business over $35,000 in trade-in credits it failed to pay

A business that purchased 125 Samsung Galaxy S22 Ultra units from Samsung has been shortchanged more than $35,000 after taking advantage of a trade-in deal.

FBI bombshell: Huawei's rural cellular gear could spy on U.S. nukes and more

An investigation that started during the Obama administration discovered that telecom equipment sold to U.S. rural carriers was a major security risk.

iPhone 13 camera before iPhone 14 launch: Apple and Android keep failing to make real camera phones

Apple, but also Samsung and Google simply don't want to let you take "real" photos. The problem? Too much computational photograph. But there's light at the end of the tunnel! Take a look!

Friday 22 July 2022

China's largest foundry raises alarm with production of basic 7nm SoCs

Whether it copied TSMC's technology as has been suggested, or it has discovered new tech fair and square, China's largest foundry is shipping 7nm chips.

Nothing Phone (1) gets its first OTA update adding features, fixing bugs

The just released Nothing Phone (1) has received an OTA update to Nothing OS 1.1.0 that includes bug exterminations and new features.

You can buy a new Pixel 6a for only $149 from Google; here is how you can do it!

To make it easier for consumers to buy the new Pixel 6a, Google has raised the trade-in value of certain older Pixel phones for a limited time.

Nothing Phone 1: Android’s iPhone is half the price and twice as cool, but might have 3 problems

Nothing Phone looks like Android's iPhone! Carl Pei's head-turning creation comes at half the price, compared to Apple's phone, but that's not the whole story...

New leaks spill a host of Galaxy Z Fold 4, Flip 4, Watch 5, and Buds Pro 2 details

Specs, prices, storage, and color options leak for the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 4, Flip 4, Watch 5, and Buds Pro 2,

Facebook starts rolling out chronologically ordered Feeds

Facebook is gaining a new way for users to consume content from friends, Favorites, Pages and groups - a chronologically ordered Feed tab.

Thursday 21 July 2022

Discovered code reveals that YouTube Music could soon add a much wanted feature

YouTube Music could soon be adding a sleep timer according to hidden code found on the latest version of the app.

Mobvoi has just teased the next TicWatch

A new teaser image of the new TicWatch is circulating on the internet

OnePlus shares an OxygenOS 13 teaser video on Twitter

OnePlus' OxygenOS 13 update is getting closer by the minute and the company has released a small teaser on Twitter, with a few hints alongside.

Apple releases iOS 15.6 and iPadOS 15.6, possibly the last versions before iOS and iPadOS 16

Here comes possibly the last iOS 15 and iPadOS 15 public version before 16 rolls around in a few months.

Instagram now helps you find popular places more easily

You can now browse the map and find places you want to go, or just search in the Explore tab for the location you want to visit

Apple details how it helps improve users' health with Apple Watch and iPhone with a new report

Apple's new report focuses on health and how the company's products have helped empower people to live healthier lives.

Google releases its new Wallet app for Android and WearOS with an annoying bug for the latter

Google Pay is becoming Google Wallet on Android and WearOS, but wearable owners might get a bit frustrated with the update.

Wednesday 20 July 2022

Samsung executive says foldable phones are about to go mainstream

A Samsung executive explains that Samsung has plans to make its foldable phones, especially the Galaxy Z Flip, more mainstream this year and in years to come.

Microsoft reportedly puts the kibosh on cheaper mid-range Surface Duo 2 "Lite"

Microsoft was working on developing a lower-priced "lite" version of the dual-screened Surface Duo 2 which has been cancelled by Microsoft.

Tuesday 19 July 2022

Monday 18 July 2022

Google promotes its apps on Amazon page without using the Android name

Google promotes its apps without using the Android name while also advertising Android handsets made by other manufacturers.

Samsung rides Galaxy A lines' strong sales to remain top smartphone vendor during Q2

Samsung's low-end A series phones are helping to keep Samsung at the top of the smartphone charts during Q2. Apple is propped up by strong iPhone 13 sales.

Verizon almost doubles spectrum for 5G UW network coverage

Verizon announced it’s now rolling out 100 MHz of C-band spectrum almost doubling its current 60 MHz spectrum.

Wartime hero: iPhone 11 Pro stops bullet from hurting Ukrainian soldier

The iPhone 11 Pro takes a bullet for a Ukrainian soldier.

Here are the two new iPhone 13 ads you're bound to see on television in coming days

Apple has released two new television ads for the iPhone 13 series as we draw closer to the introduction of the iPhone 14 line to take place in September.

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 2 update adds eSIM and Dual SIM Dual Standby support in the US

Thanks to the newly added eSIM support, Galaxy Z Fold 2 will no longer need a physical SIM in their phones.

Leaked Galaxy Unpacked invitation gives away Z Fold 4, Z Flip 4 announcement date

Here's when Samsung could be unveiling the Z Fold 4, Z Flip 4, and the Galaxy Watch 5 to the world.

Samsung has a new AI-powered photo editor app with lots of features

Samsung has just released a new image-processing photo editor app with lots of features.

Sunday 17 July 2022

How to prevent your smartphone battery from suffering a premature death

There are things that you can do to prevent your smartphone's battery from suffering a premature death.

Google demands Android app developers turn over Data safety info by July 20th

Android app developers have until July 20th to pass along to Google the data from users that their apps collect. This is part of Google's new Data safety feature.

7 million iPhone users urged to remove these 84 scammy apps charging them quietly

Apple refuses to do anything about these 84 apps duping iPhone users out of money.

Google hard at work to let Fuchsia run Android apps natively, code changes suggest

Google clears out a repository that was meant to help Fuchsia run apps via the Android Runtime, which suggests the company is working to bring native support.

Galaxy S22 Ultra periscope camera - creepy threat to your privacy, show photos: Ban long-range zoom?

Invasion of privacy! The Galaxy S22 Ultra's 100x zoom is "too good and too creepy". Should long-range zoom on phones be banned or at least regulated? Check out the photos and vote in the poll!

Saturday 16 July 2022

FCC: U.S.needs $3 billion more to remove Huawei, ZTE gear from rural networks

The FCC says that the U.S. is $3 billion short of the funds it needs to fully reimburse rural carriers for ripping and replacing Huawei, ZTE gear out of their networks.

Executive shares a sample picture from the 200MP sensor on the Motorola Edge 30 Ultra

A photo sample from the 200MP sensor used on the upcoming Motorola Edge 30 Ultra has been shared by a Motorola executive.

For the first time ever, non-gaming iOS apps performed better than games

For the first time, non-gaming iOS apps generated more revenue than iOS gaming apps in the App Store.

Samsung Galaxy Tab A7 sequel emerges, render and specs leak

The sequel to Samsung Galaxy Tab A7 has just leaked and judging by its specs, it's not much different than the one launched two years ago.

Apple Music introduces new, exclusive live features

Apple Music debuts Apple Music Sessions, exclusive live releases featuring some of the most iconic and emerging artists around the world.

iPhone 15 Pro with USB-C and Periscope zoom camera: The perfect iPhone to make Android users switch?

iPhone 14? Don't rush! iPhone 15 Pro could be the perfect iPhone that Android users have been waiting for to make the switch! Those with older iPhones will want to see this too.

Friday 15 July 2022

These three words said by TSMC are absolutely surprising in light of the chip shortage

TSMC reported a record second-quarter earnings report that showed net income up 76.4% to a record. The firm says that it has excessive chip inventories.

These are the phones I'm going to buy if I win the T-Mobile Home Run Derby Bracket Challenge

Time to pick your bracket winners for the $100,000 T-Mobile Home Run Derby Bracket Challenge.

Microsoft's OG Surface Go can be yours at an incredible price with a bunch of accessories included

Microsoft's Windows-powered Surface Go oldie is more attractive than it's been in a long time, costing a measly $200 and up with a keyboard, pen, and case bundled in.

Leaked iPhone 14 Pro Max schematic points to a thicker and wider phone than 13 Pro Max

Newly leaked iPhone 14 Pro Max schematic indicates it will be thicker and wider than the outgoing model.

Google Maps' eco-friendly driving could be taken to a new level saving you some gas money

Google is planning to take Google Maps' eco-friendly directions to a new level by adding into the mix data about the car that is being driven to the destination.

Fitbit Versa 3 still massively discounted on Amazon

Although the Amazon Prime Day sale event is behind us, the US retailer still offers a bunch of deals on various devices, including the Fitbit Versa 3.

The best small and compact phones (Updated July 2022)

Compact phones might be a dying breed, but they're not gone just yet. Here are the best small smartphones you can get right now.

Thursday 14 July 2022

New emojis for Emoji 15.0 are previewed include "high-five" and pink heart

Previews of new emoji for Emoji 15.0 was posted by Emojipedia revealing new emoji such as a "high-five," a wireless emoji, and more.

Apple expects iPhone 14 line to sell better than iPhone 13 series

As popular as the iPhone 13 line has been, Apple says that the iPhone 14 series will perform even better.

The compact Asus Zenfone 9 will officially reveal its 'big possibilities' on July 28

The 5.9-inch Asus Zenfone 9 will bring its compact design, big battery, and state-of-the-art processor to the big stage on July 28 for an official announcement.

Now is the best time to install the Android 13 beta on your Pixel phone. Here's why.

The final beta version of Android 13 has been released by Google giving those who have been sitting on the fence a release candidate to install.

Netflix partners with Microsoft for upcoming ad-supported plan

After it teased the upcoming launch of its ad-supported subscription plan, Netflix has now revealed that it picked Microsoft to help make that happen.

Three million+ Android users must delete these apps after Google left them lurking in the Play Store

Because Google is not doing a great job of protecting Android users from malware, there are eight new popular apps you need to delete right away.

Boost Mobile launches Connected Car solution for $20/month

Boost Mobile’s new Connected Car solution aims to bring WiFi to cars, allowing users to connect multiple devices such as tablets, laptops, and phones to their car.

Wednesday 13 July 2022

Best Amazon Prime Day 2022 camera deals

Planning to buy a new camera on the 2022 Amazon Prime Day? Let's check out the deals!

Samsung’s latest flagship tablet is part of the Amazon Prime Day sale too

Amazon and Best Buy are running deals on multiple Galaxy Tab S8 models making Samsung's most expensive tablet a tad cheaper.

Blockbuster Amazon Prime Day deal makes Samsung's Galaxy S22 Ultra cheaper than ever (last chance to snatch)

One of the best Amazon Prime Day 2022 deals available right now sees Samsung's Galaxy S22 Ultra drop by a record 30 percent in 128, 256, and 512GB storage variants.

A bunch of Samsung Galaxy Watch 4 models are discounted by $100 and up (but not for long)

Bargain hunters with Amazon Prime memberships may want to hurry and get these Samsung Galaxy Watch 4 units at their highest ever discounts.

Samsung Galaxy Tab S7 FE drops to crazy low prices, get yours while it’s hot

Samsung Galaxy Tab S7 FE is getting massive discounts at different US retailers during Amazon Prime Day, get yours now.

Galaxy Z Fold 4 may get a new storage option - just not the one we were expecting

Known leaker reveals possible Galaxy Z Fold 4 color and storage options.

The OnePlus Buds Pro are some of the cheapest noise-cancelling earbuds right now

If you hurry, you'll undoubtedly find it hard to get a better pair of true wireless earbuds than the noise-cancelling OnePlus Buds Pro at a similar price.

The AirPods Max will spoil your ears and Prime Day is a great time to buy a pair

The AirPods Max offer superb quality, ease of use and pairing, and great compatibility with other Apple products, and now at a lower price too...

Tuesday 12 July 2022

Two of Garmin's top Apple Watch alternatives are down to lower than ever prices this Prime Day

The decidedly feature-packed and premium-looking Garmin Venu 2 and Venu 2S smartwatches are cheaper than ever before for a limited time with a Prime membership.

OG Microsoft Surface Duo is a staggering $1,000 cheaper than launch price on Prime Day

Microsoft's quirky Surface Duo is retailing for $400 on Amazon today.

The best noise-cancelling Bose headphones are deeply discounted for Prime Day 2022

The outstanding Bose QuietComfort 35 II and Bose Noise Cancelling Headphones 700 are on sale at very special prices during Amazon's Prime Day 2022 festival.

Samsung announces One UI Watch4.5 coming soon to Galaxy Watch devices

Samsung announced its new One UI Watch4.5 for Galaxy Watch devices will be released in the third quarter of 2022.

Google One Premium subscribers can now host enormously long online family gatherings

Google One Premium subscribers can now have 24-hour-long meetings on Google Meet

Sony's premium WH-1000XM4 headphones drop to a non-premium Prime Day price

The 2020-released Sony WH-1000XM4 wireless headphones with active noise cancellation are arguably more attractive than ever at a new all-time high discount.

iOS 16 lock screen customization: the definitive guide

Here are all the new lock screen customization options that are coming with iOS 16

Monday 11 July 2022

Best Amazon Prime Day Samsung phone deals - early deals are starting to pop up!

Amazon Prime Day 2022 is right at our doorstep! Check out all the early Samsung deals right here!

Best Prime Day Pixel 6 deals

The best Google Pixel 6 Pro and Pixel 6 prices you can find around Amazon's Prime Day deal bash.

Screenshots from unreleased One UI 5 beta reveal minor changes and new features

Screenshots from an unreleased beta version of One UI 5 have leaked revealing some new features.

The Nothing Phone makes its (online) debut tomorrow

The event will be streamed online and we will be watching.

AT&T picks up the Moto G Stylus 5G (2022) at an unbeatable price (with installments)

Following in Verizon and T-Mobile's footsteps, AT&T is getting ready to finally release the Moto G Stylus 5G (2022) mid-ranger on its network this week... starting at $2 a month.

Apple's 2020 iPad Air drops to a crazy low price at Walmart on Prime Day eve

Walmart has Apple's fourth-gen iPad Air on sale at a new record low price of $379 in an entry-level 64GB storage variant with no strings attached.

Sunday 10 July 2022

Sony's quirky LinkBuds are insanely cheap (with 2-year warranty) a few months after their release

Released just a few months ago, the "open-ring" Sony LinkBuds are already marked down from $179.99 to a little over 60 bucks in "like new" condition.

Verizon has a nice albeit familiar surprise in store for 3G holdouts

If you're still using a 3G-only mobile device on Verizon... for some reason, you should expect to receive a free new "basic" 4G LTE-enabled phone in the very near future.

Latest iOS beta release includes a subtle tribute to the late Steve Jobs

The iconic Clownfish wallpaper that Steve Jobs had on the original iPhone when he unveiled it in January 2007 has returned in iOS 16 Beta 3 for some users.

Ouch! Rugged Apple Watch Pro to cost the same as the iPhone 13 Pro?

Apple's oft-rumored rugged watch could be pricier than anyone expected.

Not just the Pros: Apple could crank up iPhone 14 prices significantly

Wedbush Securities analyst Dan Ives says consumers should brace for a major iPhone 14 price increase.

Galaxy S21 Ultra: The best "old" Samsung flagship phone ever made - best Android deal in mid-2022?

2022 Android flagships from Apple, Google, and Samsung stand no a chance against a $550 Galaxy S21 Ultra It might be the best Samsung flagship ever made and you should definitely consider it in mid-2022! Here's why...

Virgin and O2 customers get to learn languages with Duolingo for free

Virgin Plus and O2 Priority now offer three months of Duolingo Plus for fee. A nice £5.24 per month bonus for existing and new customers.

Brits to have full 4G and 5G coverage across London Underground by 2024

As BAI builds communications infrastructure across the London Underground, all four major carriers agree to provide signal

Saturday 9 July 2022

Tipster says to expect the iPhone 14 series to be released on this date

With all of this talk about the iPhone 14 series, when can we expect the phones to be unveiled? A Twitter tipster says it will happen on this date.

Samsung remained the top smartphone manufacturer during the first quarter

Samsung remained the top smartphone manufacturer during the first quarter of this year delivering 17 million more units than Apple.

Benchmark score doubles down on the buzz surrounding the Moto X30 Pro

Based on its AnTuTu Benchmark score of 1,114,761, which was posted on social media by Motorola, the Moto X30 Pro could meet expectations as an Android powerhouse.

Xiaomi 12 Lite announced – big, yet light, with flagship specs for a mid-range price

Today Xiaomi is announcing a new upper mid-ranger in its 12 series – the Xiaomi 12 Lite. The phone combines a featherweight, slim design, yet with a large 6.55-inch display.

Friday 8 July 2022

Leaked photo of iPhone 14 cases hints at the return of the iPhone Plus moniker for 2022 and beyond?

It's a blast from the past for Apple as a photo on Weibo and later tweeted reveals that the iPhone Plus moniker might return in 2022.

Twitter vows to take Musk to court after the billionaire backs out of his $44 billion deal

Elon Musk has decided to back out of his $44 billion deal to buy Twitter saying that the company is not giving him certain information he needs to go ahead with the transaction.

Sony's noise-cancelling WF-1000XM4 earbuds hit new all-time low price with 2-year warranty

The state-of-the-art Sony WF-1000XM4 true wireless earbuds are cheaper than ever for a limited time in "certified refurbished" condition on eBay.

Latest iPadOS update breaks charging on the iPad mini 6

Ever since iPadOS 15.5 was released, some iPad mini 6 users have been having problems charging the tablet

Best iPad deals on Prime Day 2022

What are the best iPad deals on Prime Day? Up to a Benjamin off is what to look for at Amazon, Best Buy, or Walmart...

This robust Garmin smartwatch with stellar battery life is an incredible bargain right now

Available from its own manufacturer at a whopping $550 right now, the 47mm Garmin Fenix 6 smartwatch is on sale for $300 less than that at Gamestop.

Nothing Phone (1) won't fight the power and will skip the charger, too

Despite all the talk about not being a system player, the Phone (1) won't ship with a charger in the box.

Thursday 7 July 2022

A video on YouTube leaks the design and specs of the Asus Zenfone 9

The Asus Zenfone 9 will be a compact phone with top-tier performance just like its predecessor

The first leaked Samsung Galaxy Buds 2 Pro images are here at last

Samsung's noise-canceling Galaxy Buds 2 Pro are depicted for the first time ever today in all their glory and a trio of snazzy colors.

Changes to Google Play Store logo are spotted

Google is apparently planning to make some small but distinctive changes to the Google Play Store logo.

Amazon Prime Day phone deals 2022: early deals are here

Here are the best deals on phones at Prime Day 2022.

Samsung's Galaxy Z Fold 4 is coming in a snazzy new color in 'limited' numbers

Unlike last year's Z Fold 3, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 4 could come in a potentially flashy "Dark Red" color soon in addition to three or four other more boring-sounding hues.

Wednesday 6 July 2022

Apple to protect high-profile users with a new "Lockdown Mode" for iPhones, iPads, and Macs

Apple announces the inclusion of a new "Lockdown Mode" for the iPhone, iPad, and the Mac; the feature protects against certain cyberattacks.

New report reveals a bunch of juicy details on rugged Apple Watch model coming this year

An as-yet-unnamed Apple Watch with a rugged design, big screen, big battery, and sky-high price could see daylight alongside the "standard" Series 8 this fall.

Future Apple Watches could come with a fingerprint sensor according to a patent

According to the patent, the fingerprint scanner could be located next to the Apple Watch's crown.

App Store and Play Store spending shows a meager 1% hike in 2022's first half

Combined revenue from app purchases rose only 1% and would have been in the red if not for a slight hike in App Store sales.

If you're among the 100,000+ Android users who've installed these four apps, it's time to hit delete

The latest group of Android apps infected with a type of malware called Joker includes four relatively popular titles you obviously need to delete ASAP.

Pixel 6 issues could make users ditch Google in droves

An alarming number of Pixel 6 users considering switching to another brand because of the myriad of issues that plague the devices.

Yet another early Prime Day deal drops Amazon's latest Echo Show 5 to a new all-time low price

Impatient bargain-hunting Amazon Prime members can get the company's second-gen Echo Show 5 smart display at a higher than ever discount ahead of Prime Day 2022.

Tuesday 5 July 2022

Destiny studio working on a mobile game for Android and iOS

Bungie is reportedly working on a Destiny mobile game in cooperation with NetEase, one of its minority shareholders.

Motorola teases large camera sensor for its eagerly anticipated flagship

The eagerly anticipated Moto X30 Pro is expected to be announced this month and Motorola leaked the size of the 200MP camera sensor that the phone will employ.

Early Prime Day deal knocks Amazon's newest Echo Dot down to its lowest price ever

Amazon's Prime Day 2022 festival is not technically underway yet, but Prime members can already get the fourth-gen Echo Dot at a lower than ever price.

Leaker shoots down Galaxy Z Fold 4 camera setup rumor but there is still good news

New leak says the Galaxy Z Fold 4 will not have a Galaxy S22 Ultra-like camera array but is still expected to have improved specs.

The Asus ROG Phone 6 and 6 Pro are finally here to take your mobile gaming to the next level

Hardcore mobile gamers should be ecstatic to see the Asus ROG Phone 6 and 6 Pro unveiled at last with silky smooth screens and a whole lot of raw power.

Amazon caves in to EU demands to simplify its subscription cancellation procedure

UK and EU users should now be able to cancel their Amazon Prime subscription in "just 2 clicks".

Monday 4 July 2022

Samsung and Google promote their hardware-software partnership with new ad

Samsung and Google team up to release a new advertisement celebrating their hardware/software partnership.

New Disney-themed tablet now available exclusively at Verizon

Verizon has just launched a new affordable Android tablet aimed at children, the TCL TAB Disney Edition.

HTC unveils lackluster tablet one week after smartphone comeback

The HTC A101 tablet has been announced... with some very underwhelming features

Nothing Phone: Carl Pei's anti-iPhone Android falls into the OnePlus mainstream trap, but that's OK!

Some call him the modern-day Steven Jobs, but he's more of a smartphone Elon Musk. Either way, Carl Pei's badass-looking Nothing Phone (1) wants to steal Apple's spotlight and its backed by a whole bunch of powerful people. Will it work?

All versions of Samsung's Galaxy Tab S8 Ultra are on sale at cool discounts

You don't have a lot of time left to act if you're tempted by Best Buy's cool new Samsung Galaxy Tab S8 Ultra deals in all storage variants.

Sunday 3 July 2022

Google Keep now shares images with other apps using drop and drag; here's how it is done!

Google Keep can now use drop and drag to share images from the app to another Android app.

Apple Maps could get a feature that Google Maps doesn't have

An iOS developer has spotted code in Apple Maps that suggests that the app might soon give directions and the ETA for journeys made with an E-Bike.

The Galaxy S22 Ultra notches more sales than any Samsung Note in recent memory

The S22 Ultra is selling like hot cakes.

Supreme Court ruling could block government oversight of big tech, net neutrality and AI

Another controversial court decision involving the EPA could impact the government's oversight of big tech firms as well as net neutrality.

Apple Watch Series 8 will reportedly be able to take your temperature

It's pretty much confirmed that the Apple Watch Series 8 will have a temperature sensor that will be good for more than fertility planning.

M series chips are great for Macs, not so much for iPhone 14 and Watch Series 8

Apple seems to be neglecting non-Mac chips, including those meant for the iPhone 14 and Watch Series 8, because of M series processors.

Apple’s total USB-C transition begins: New AirPods Pro 2 now, iPhone 15 to follow (Apple’s plan)

USB-C coming to AirPods Pro 2 this fall and iPhone 15 series next year! They say 'Lightning never strikes twice in the same place', but it turns out that USB-C does. Take a look at Apple's USB-C transition plans!

Saturday 2 July 2022

Cool Pixel feature might help you get more sleep on July 4th thanks to Google Assistant

Don't be surprised if the Google Assistant helps you get more sleep on July 4th with a feature available to Pixel handsets.

Android users are getting caught up in toll fraud which uses malware to hike their telecom bills

More and more Android users are becoming victims of Toll Fraud; this is when malware on your phone signs you up for expensive services you never subscribed to.

White House to award Jobs posthumously with the Presidential Medal of Freedom

The late Steve Jobs will be awarded the highest honor that a civilian can receive on July 7th when the Whie House will present him with the Presidential Medal of Freedom.

Apple reportedly cuts iPhone 14 orders by 10%; controversy surrounds top Apple analyst?

Despite reports of strong demand in China for the upcoming iPhone 14, Apple has reportedly cut orders by 10% for its 2022 handsets.

TikTok comes clean and admits China-based employees can access data it has on you

Responding to a recent report, TikTok has admitted that its China-based employees can view US users' information.

Best Galaxy S22 Vodafone deals in July 2022

What are the latest Galaxy S22 deals on Vodafone UK?

Best iPhone 13 Vodafone deals in July 2022

Does Vodafone have iPhone deals currently? We follow the UK carriers to update you on the best offers.

Best Vodafone phone deals in July 2022

Looking for Vodafone UK phone deals? Here are the best ones worth checking out right now!

EE's Glastonbury Festival app shows which performers were most popular, breaks data usage records

EE says Glastonbury Fest goers smashed all data usage records

Friday 1 July 2022

Cellphone inventor tells user to "get a life!"

The inventor of the cellphone, Marin Cooper, told a television host to "get a life" after she disclosed that she spends 5 hours a day on her smartphone."

Accuracy, battery issues have kept Face unlock from the Pixel 6 Pro

Certain worries about batteries draining and accuracy issues have kept Face unlock from the Pixel 6 Pro.

Excitement builds as Motorola leaks more camera specs for its "super" flagship

Motorola reveals that its super-flagship phone will be named the X30 Pro, at least in China. The manufacturer reveals the focal lengths of the three rear cameras.

Xiaomi 12S Ultra camera samples: The closest phone to a DSLR ever takes on Android and iPhone

Xiaomi is back with what is shaping up to be the best Android flagship ever! The Xiaomi 12S Ultra comes with a massive 1-inch Sony IMX 989 sensor, which costed Sony and Xiaomi $15M, but its performance might turn out to be priceless! Oh, and Leica made the lenses.