Smartphone camera race is about to get so ridiculous that the iPhone 17 pro looks tame

The Vivo X300 Ultra leak reveals a 6.8-inch 2K flat OLED display, Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 chipset, and a triple-camera setup including two 200 MP sensors.

Phones         November 4

Facebook Dating is on the rise, and there’s an obvious reason you might like it too

Facebook Dating quietly grows into one of the largest dating platforms.

News         November 4

Your Apple Watch might soon be able to predict structural heart diseases

AI using single-lead smartwatch ECG flagged structural heart conditions with 86% sensitivity and 99% exclusion.

News         November 4

Generative AI is hallucinating again, this time in federal court filings

AI tools are generating legal filings with fake citations, forcing judges to issue fines and prompting calls for stronger oversight of AI use in professional settings.

News         November 3

Your Samsung phone just got its own personal assistant for notifications

A newly leaked One UI 8.5 firmware showcases a working version of Samsung’s upcoming Priority Notifications.

Phones         November 3

Beware of fake Microsoft Teams ads spreading ransomware

Hackers are placing sponsored search ads for Microsoft Teams that lead to malicious clones of the installer, infecting users’ machines with ransomware like Rhysida’s OysterLoader.

News         November 1

Your friendly neighbourhood AI just got smart and surprisingly selfish

A Carnegie Mellon study reveals that LLMs designed for deeper reasoning exhibit lower levels of cooperation and team-oriented behavior.

News         October 31

Windows 11 and Meta Quest 3 unite with mixed reality link for virtual workspaces

Meta has expanded its Mixed Reality Link feature for Windows 11 to all Meta Quest 3 and 3S headsets, enabling virtual desktops and multi-monitor setups inside VR.

News         October 31

Lockheed Martin’s X-59 completes first supersonic flight minus the sonic boom

Lockheed Martin’s Skunk Works, in partnership with NASA, has successfully completed the first flight of the X-59, a revolutionary quiet-supersonic aircraft designed to pave the way for faster commercial air travel.

News         October 31

Google & Magic Leap walk into a bar with AR glasses and here’s what they’re brewing

Google’s Android XR platform gains boost through alliance with Magic Leap for AR eyewear.

News         October 30

Congress moves to regulate AI chatbots and here’s why its important

Senators Hawley and Blumenthal introduce the GUARD Act, calling for strict age verification and criminal penalties for unsafe AI systems.

News         October 30

MediaTek launches Kompanio 540 chipset with 35% longer battery life for chromebooks

MediaTek has unveiled its Kompanio 540 chipset for Chromebooks, delivering 35% longer battery life and silent, fanless performance.

News         October 29

Microsoft Azure outage disrupts airlines, telecoms, and global services

A global outage in Microsoft’s Azure cloud services disrupted major airlines, telecoms, and businesses worldwide.

News         October 29

iOS 26.1 RC introduces tinted Liquid Glass, camera swipe toggle, and new AI features

Apple’s iOS 26.1 RC introduces Liquid Glass customization, a new lock screen camera toggle, expanded Apple Intelligence language support, and usability updates.

Phones         October 28

Google is adding extra security step for Quick Share transfers on Android

Google is working on a new Quick Share update for Android that will require sender-side confirmation when Advanced Protection Mode is enabled.

Phones         October 28

Keep your wallets closed because Apple’s foldable might be delayed till 2027

Apple’s foldable iPhone may face a delay to 2027 as Samsung continues to refine its foldable lineup.

Phones         October 28

Nothing Phone 3a Lite is launching on October 29, but don’t get excited just yet

Nothing has confirmed the global launch of its Phone 3a Lite on October 29.

Phones         October 27

Google’s Fitbit revamp promises smarter coaching and longer battery life

After years of quiet, Fitbit is staging a comeback in 2026 with new AI-powered devices and its Personal Health Coach app, marking Google’s renewed focus on fitness-first wearables.

News         October 27

Northridge fix warns against buying NVIDIA RTX 5090 Founders Edition

Northridge Fix warns gamers against buying NVIDIA’s RTX 5090 Founders Edition, revealing its fragile internal connector makes repairs impossible — turning the $2,000 flagship GPU into a one-time-use luxury item.

News         October 27

You paid top dollar for an iPhone, now Apple wants you to see ads too

Apple is preparing to roll out paid ads within its Maps app by 2026, allowing businesses to promote listings — a move that may boost revenue but frustrate premium iPhone users.

Phones         October 26

The next iPad Pro could be cooler, smarter, and maybe even foldable

Apple is developing a vapor chamber cooling system for the next iPad Pro, working on ad integration in Apple Maps, and facing major delays in its ambitious foldable iPad project.

Tablets         October 26

iPhone 18 rumors hint at 12GB RAM for everyone, not just the Pros

Apple is reportedly planning to give every iPhone 18 model 12GB of RAM, unifying performance across its lineup as it gears up for next-gen AI features and on-device processing.

Phones         October 26

Nothing OS 4.0 Beta brings Android 16 with a hint of ads

Nothing’s Android 16-based Nothing OS 4.0 beta introduces “Lock Glimpse,” a feature that blends wallpapers with “content” on the lock screen — but users fear it’s really just ads in disguise.

Phones         October 25

The iPhone 18 Pro could get internet connectivity from space

Apple is reportedly developing full 5G satellite internet support for the iPhone 18 series, potentially allowing users to access high-speed internet directly from satellites - no cell towers or Starlink dishes needed.

Phones         October 25

Its game over for risky titles as Xbox chases 30 per cent profits

Microsoft is pushing its Xbox division to hit 30% profit margins, sparking cancellations, layoffs, and rising prices. The shift prioritizes financial performance over creative risks as Xbox redefines its future.

News         October 24

Nissan’s Sakura EV goes fully self-sufficient, gets new solar roof

Nissan’s new Ao-Solar Extender system powers its best-selling Sakura EV using solar panels, generating up to 3,000 km of annual driving range while reducing reliance on traditional charging stations.

Cars         October 24

OpenAI’s Sky for Mac wants to be your new work buddy and maybe your boss

OpenAI has acquired Software Applications, Inc., creators of Sky, an unreleased AI assistant for Mac that sees your screen and helps automate tasks, signaling OpenAI’s deeper move into everyday computing.

News         October 24

Bremen researchers uncover mobile health apps with a bad case of data leakage

A University of Bremen study has uncovered that many popular health and fitness apps transmit user data before consent, using manipulative design tricks and vague privacy policies that undermine true transparency.

News         October 23

Tinder’s new wingman is AI as facial verification rolls out across the US

Tinder is expanding its Face Check verification feature across the U.S., requiring users to record short video selfies to prove their identity and fight impersonation, scams, and fake profiles.

Phones         October 22

Xbox goes elite as Microsoft’s next-gen console aims for PC-level power

Microsoft is reimagining the future of gaming with its next-generation Xbox — a high-end, PC-like console built for performance, flexibility, and cloud connectivity. But with premium power comes a premium price.

News         October 22

Here’s how a microscopic implant helped blind people see again

A new retinal implant has helped blind patients read again. The 2mm PRIMA chip, developed by Science Corporation, converts camera footage into visual signals, restoring central vision for people with advanced macular degeneration.

News         October 21

Apple’s Liquid Glass gets a makeover with new toggle on iOS 26.1 beta 4

Apple’s new iOS 26.1 update adds a Liquid Glass toggle, letting users choose between a clear, transparent design or a bold, high-contrast look, improving customization and accessibility across devices.

Phones         October 21

Oura Ring levels up your health game with blood pressure and stress monitoring

Oura’s next big update adds cumulative stress tracking and blood pressure estimation, transforming its smart ring into a proactive health companion that detects hidden risks long before they become serious issues.

News         October 20

Samsung’s One UI 8.5 will turn your lock screen into a mini music show

Samsung is revamping its One UI 8.5 lock screen with a dynamic album art transition, transforming how users experience music. The update also hints at AI-powered call screening features.

Phones         October 20