OnePlus officially teases gaming-focused upgrades for the OnePlus 16

OnePlus has started teasing the OnePlus 16 ahead of its rumored October launch, highlighting three gaming-focused upgrades.

Phones         July 31

Samsung may finally be working on Galaxy Buds that won’t fall out during a run

Samsung may be prepping its first pair of workout-focused Galaxy Buds, with a new leak pointing to earbuds with built-in ear hooks.

News         July 30

Samsung confirms Galaxy Tab S12 and S26 FE are coming, but warns prices could go up

Samsung has confirmed the Galaxy Tab S12 and Galaxy S26 FE are coming later this year, but says rising memory costs driven by AI demand could make keeping prices down more difficult.

Tablets         July 30

Meta used AI to make your Instagram feed harder to quit

Instagram's latest AI recommendation systems have gotten better at predicting what you'll watch next, and Meta says that's translated into more time spent scrolling.

News         July 30

Qualcomm confirms incoming price hike, and rising memory cost isn’t the only driving factor

Qualcomm is raising chip prices starting September 1 to offset rising costs across its supply chain, not just memory.

Phones         July 30

Here’s what Samsung’s rumored Galaxy Buds On may look like

Samsung's rumored Galaxy Buds On skipped July's Unpacked event, but new leaked renders reveal the clip-on, open-ear design the company has been working on.

News         July 29

Gemini on Mac can now type what you say and act on what it sees

Google is upgrading the Gemini app for Mac with system-wide dictation triggered by the Fn key, plus an opt-in mode that lets Gemini pull context from what's on screen for more complex tasks.

News         July 29

AI isn’t just being forced on us. Even forest monkeys are now a test audience in the name of science

AI has already made its way into almost every aspect of our lives. Now it's showing up in the rainforest, where wild capuchin monkeys are using an AI-powered touchscreen to earn banana rewards as part of a unique scientific study.

News         July 29

The Galaxy Z Fold 8, Fold 8 Ultra, and Flip 8 let you ditch your laptop’s grainy webcam

Samsung's newest foldables support USB webcam mode, a feature that the company debuted on the Galaxy S26 series earlier this year.

Phones         July 28

Apple’s long-delayed smart home plans may finally start to take shape this fall

Apple's long-rumored smart home push may finally be nearing launch, with Bloomberg reporting that a new home hub, refreshed Apple TV, and updated HomePod mini could roll out over the coming months.

Smart Home         July 28

Apple’s new Upgrade program lets you lease an iPhone, Mac, Watch, and iPad

Apple's new Apple Upgrade leasing program is officially live, letting you pay monthly for an iPhone, iPad, Mac, or Apple Watch through Klarna instead of buying outright.

News         July 28

BYD’s new Racco is Japan’s first electric kei car with over 300 km range

BYD has launched the Racco, its first electric kei car for Japan, offering up to 320 km of range and a starting price below the Nissan Sakura.

Cars         July 28

Google could soon let you unlock your Pixel Watch with your phone

Google is reportedly working on a way to unlock your Pixel Watch with your phone, essentially flipping the existing Watch Unlock feature.

News         July 27

God of War Laufey finally has a release date, and there’s some good news for Kratos fans too

Santa Monica Studio has confirmed God of War Laufey will launch on February 16, 2027, and revealed that a new Kratos-led title is already in the works.

News         July 27

From freshman year to graduation, these are the three backpacks I’d trust with a laptop

Heading back to school but your backpack's a tattered mess? Pick one of these three options and you won't have to think about buying another one until you graduate.

Best Of         July 26

Stop fighting with your roomie over outlets and get one of these multi-port chargers before you head back to school

Your room has one outlet and too many devices fighting over it. I've picked out five multi-port chargers worth adding to your back to school shopping list, from a pocket-sized option to a six-port station that can power all the devices you own at the same time.

Guides         July 25

Slacked off all summer? Here are 3 fitness trackers that’ll help you stay accountable as you head back to school

Summer break did a number on your fitness goals? These three fitness trackers take very different approaches to keeping you accountable this semester.

Guides         July 25

Back-to-school phone shopping on a tight budget? Here’s the one phone I’d recommend without hesitation

Back to school shopping usually means picking from a handful of solid budget options. This year, however, there aren't many options, with one solid pick I'd recommend for the school year ahead, plus a strong alternative with a catch.

Phones         July 25

5 mid-range phones I’d recommend you spend your Back-to-School budget on

Shopping for a new phone before the school year starts? Here are five mid-range picks that deliver the flagship-feel without the flagship price tag.

Phones         July 25

Stop losing your notes and start the school year with one of these e-readers that double as notebooks

Your notes are scattered across notebooks, your PDFs are buried in folders you'll never find again, and your backpack is heavier than it needs to be. These e-readers with pen support fix that by doing it all on one device: reading, writing, and staying organized.

Tablets         July 25

Instagram is finally going after Ray-Ban Meta-wearing creeps

Instagram has started banning accounts that post footage captured secretly using Ray-Ban Meta glasses.

News         July 24

Gemini Spark is no longer restricted to Google’s priciest Ultra tier

Google is rolling out Gemini Spark to users on the $20 Pro plan in the US. The AI agent will roll out to Pro users in more countries soon.

News         July 24

Ford’s UEV platform will feature Apple Maps built in

Ford's upcoming Universal Electric Vehicle platform will run Apple Maps as its built-in navigation system.

Cars         July 23

LG agrees to kill McAfee pop-up on Windows PCs after Microsoft steps in

LG has agreed to disable the McAfee pop-up ad in its Monitor App Installer after weeks of user complaints and a direct nudge from Microsoft chief Pavan Davuluri.

News         July 23

How to set up selfie video sign-in for your Google account

Google now lets you use your face to log into your Google account. Here's how you can set up the new selfie video sign-in feature.

Guides         July 23

Apple could cut off app access on financed iPhones over missed payments

Code spotted in iOS 27 beta suggests Apple has built a system that can lock a financed iPhone down to nine apps if payments fall behind.

Phones         July 23

The best Galaxy Watch Ultra 2 diving features will reportedly cost you extra

Samsung's Galaxy Watch Ultra 2 is finally built for diving, but a new report suggests the app that unlocks advanced diving features will come with a subscription.

News         July 23

You can now buy a computer mouse controlled entirely by your tongue

Augmental has opened public US sales of its tongue-controlled MouthPad and released a beta of Vox, a new device built to handle hands-free dictation.

News         July 22

WhatsApp’s new in-car experience is built around hands-free control

WhatsApp has revamped its in-car experience to offer CarPlay and Android Auto users better hands-free controls.

Phones         July 22

Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra lands with a sharper display, bigger battery, and a $100 price hike

Samsung's new Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra starts at $2,099.99 and brings a sharper display, bigger battery, and upgraded ultrawide camera, all in a slightly slimmer body.

Phones         July 22

Substack now lets you check if a post was written by AI

Substack is rolling out a Pangram-powered scanner that lets readers check posts, notes, and replies for AI-written text. Writers get their own tools too, including a pre-publish scan and a "How I make this" disclosure.

News         July 22

Apple is reportedly teaming up with Klarna to let you pay off new devices over time

Apple reportedly plans to introduce a new financing program, called Apple Upgrade, in partnership with Klarna later this month.

Phones         July 21

Vibecoded apps are flooding Apple’s App Store, and users are getting sick of them

App Store submissions have doubled this year as AI tools make development easier than ever, but downloads haven't kept pace, as users are growing tired of sorting through low-effort, AI-built apps.

Phones         July 21

Adobe’s Project Indigo camera app can now edit and critique your photos with AI

Adobe is testing AI Playground, a new feature in its Project Indigo camera app that brings AI editing tools and a photo critic. Access is free for now, but limited to a small group of users for a few weeks.

Phones         July 20

Camera anxiety is changing how young adults party

Students say they can't fully relax on a night out anymore, caught between camera-happy promoters and glasses that look nothing like a recording device.

Wearables         July 20

Galaxy Watch Ultra 2 marketing images leak, backing up battery, display, and chip rumors

Leaked marketing images of the Galaxy Watch Ultra 2 corroborate weeks of rumors about the battery, display, and chip upgrades.

News         July 20

Xbox execs say the console exclusives comeback is just getting started

Xbox executives have confirmed the company's return to console exclusives is only getting started, with more titles already in the works.

News         July 18

Google has to play fair with AI rivals on Android, and that could be good news for your wallet

The EU has ordered Google to open Gemini's exclusive Android access to rival AI apps by 2027. For Android users, the real payoff might not be more choices, but cheaper ones.

Phones         July 18