Your Android 17 Quick Settings could get two big upgrades

Android 17 Quick Settings may get a cleaner dual shade and an optional return to separate Wi-Fi and mobile data toggles, based on a Telegram leak that targets daily usability annoyances.

Phones         January 14

Your next Galaxy Z Fold could get a 20% shallower crease

Samsung Display’s CES 2026 demo hints the Galaxy Z Fold 8 crease could be about 20% shallower. Material changes may reduce glare, but cost and a late Q1 decision could decide whether it ships.

Phones         January 13

Your Galaxy A07 might outlast pricier phones on updates

Samsung says the Galaxy A07 will get six OS updates and six years of security support, a rare promise for an entry phone. If you keep devices for years, that’s the spec that counts.

Phones         January 13

Your first NVIDIA N1X laptop could come from Dell

A Dell-tested NVIDIA N1X laptop just resurfaced in a recent test record. It’s a solid hint Nvidia’s laptop processor plans are active, but Windows drivers and launch timing remain big questions.

News         January 13

You might get an OpenAI ear wearable, and it’s not just earbuds

Smart Pikachu claims OpenAI is working on an OpenAI ear wearable called Sweetpea, with a behind-the-ear design and detachable parts. A schematic-style image hints it may mix listening with sensing.

News         January 13

Your next retro mini PC can look like a classic PlayStation

Acemagic’s latest retro mini PC borrows from Dreamcast and PS1 design, then pairs it with AMD’s Gorgon Point platform. It looks ready for a TV stand, but price and timing are still unknown.

News         January 13

Snapdragon X2 Plus laptops are coming, here’s what benchmarks predict

Snapdragon X2 Plus benchmarks hint that Qualcomm’s next Windows laptop chip still trails Apple’s M4 in most CPU and GPU tests. If you’re shopping soon, wait for reviews of real retail laptops.

News         January 12

New UK under-5 screen time guidance targets passive time, what it changes for you

The UK will publish its first under-5 screen time guidance in April. It targets passive viewing after research linked very high daily use in two-year-olds with weaker vocabulary and other concerns.

News         January 12

Your Android and iPhone updates could face new India security checks

India phone security rules could add a notification step before major updates and security patches ship. Companies warn that extra process can slow urgent fixes, while India continues consultations on a broader security overhaul.

Phones         January 12

If you use Android, Windows 11’s Resume feature might get useful

Windows 11’s Resume feature may finally matter for Android users. Microsoft is outlining broader support for third party apps, which could make it easier to continue tasks on your PC with fewer dead ends.

News         January 12

Microsoft Lens is riding into the sunset, if you even remember using it

Microsoft Lens is shutting down on iOS and Android with two deadlines. It leaves app stores February 9, 2026, and stops making new scans March 9, 2026. Here’s how to prepare.

News         January 12

Acer still won’t tell you the Nitro Blaze handheld release date

Acer spent CES 2026 showing off monitors, laptops, and other hardware in Las Vegas. What it didn’t show was just as telling. There was no sign of the Nitro Blaze handheld gaming PCs it has teased for more than a year. If you’re waiting for the Acer Nitro Blaze handheld release date before you buy […]

News         January 9

Want softer Switch 2 controllers? Nintendo’s new Switch 2 Joy-Con 2 colors are next

Nintendo is adding Light Purple and Light Green Switch 2 Joy-Con 2 colors, launching February 12, 2026. US orders are live at $99.99, while the UK listing at £74.99 is sold out.

News         January 9

Xbox’s Avowed is coming to PS5, and you can pre-order it today

Avowed is coming to PlayStation 5 on February 17, 2026, and pre-orders are live now. Here’s the price, what’s confirmed so far, and why Standard may be the smarter pick.

News         January 9

This 27-inch QHD monitor hits 610Hz for your fastest games

A 27-inch 1440p LCD panel shown at CES 2026 claims a native 610Hz refresh rate. It also lists 1ms GTG, anti-glare coating, and wide color, but pricing and timing are still unknown.

News         January 9

Your GeForce RTX 50 SUPER upgrade may be on hold

RTX 50 SUPER delayed rumors suggest NVIDIA’s midcycle refresh may not land soon, leaving buyers stuck with pricey, scarce RTX 5000 cards. Here’s how to decide whether to buy now or wait.

News         January 9

NuPhy Kick75 dual-profile switch lets you swap feel for work and gaming

NuPhy’s Kick75 is built around a dual-profile switch that aims to shift between low-profile typing and standard-profile gaming. CES hands-on should reveal whether the swap feels real and stable.

News         January 8

iKKO’s tiny phone has a folding cam and a keyboard for your tactile fix

iKKO’s MindOne is a credit-card-sized BlackBerry-style keyboard phone with always-on AI ambitions. It uses SIMO vSIM fallback data in 140-plus countries and launches February 8, 2026 for $329 to $499.

Phones         January 8

A different kind of smart glasses changes your prescription as you look around

IXI’s autofocus smart glasses aim to refocus your prescription in real time using eye tracking and liquid-crystal lenses. Shown at CES 2026, it targets people tired of varifocal compromises, with Europe-first plans.

News         January 8

Samsung’s latest patent suggests a flip you can fold inward or outward

Samsung’s latest design patent suggests a reversible flip phone where either outer face could be front when folded. It’s an intriguing idea, but the filing focuses on looks, not launch plans.

Phones         January 8

Intel wants to power your next handheld with Core G3 chips

Intel is reportedly preparing Intel Core G3 handheld chips based on Panther Lake, with Arc B390 integrated graphics gains as the main hook. Here’s what that could mean for portable gaming PCs.

News         January 8

Your Zenbook Duo’s smaller hinge gap makes dual screens feel seamless

Asus is tightening the Zenbook Duo’s dual-screen design with a refined hideaway hinge and an 8.28 mm gap. The change aims to make two displays feel more like one workspace.

News         January 7

Your Zenbook A16 gets an 18-core Snapdragon X2 Elite Extreme

ASUS is pairing Qualcomm’s Snapdragon X2 Elite Extreme with a 1.2 kg 16-inch Zenbook A16, promising big-screen portability, an 80 TOPS NPU, OLED at 120 Hz, and long battery life.

News         January 7

ThinkPad X1 Carbon’s Space Frame redesign could make your next repair painless

Lenovo’s ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 14 gets a Space Frame redesign that aims to run cooler and cut downtime. The new layout supports easier repairs, plus faster Core Ultra chips.

News         January 7

Acer’s Swift 16 AI touchpad could make your tablet optional

Acer’s Swift 16 AI puts an extra-large haptic touchpad front and center, with MPP 2.5 stylus support for sketching and edits. Here’s what matters before pricing and configs land.

News         January 7

Your headphones just got two cameras, meet Project Motoko

Razer Project Motoko is a CES 2026 concept headset with two eye-level cameras and multi-mic audio, built for hands-free POV capture and computer vision. A Developer Kit is planned for Q2 2026.

News         January 7

LG’s CLOiD home robot wants to do your laundry and cook you breakfast

LG’s CLOiD home robot is headed to CES 2026 with a bold demo plan, laundry automation, folding included, plus a breakfast routine that coordinates ThinQ connected appliances through a rolling home hub.

Smart Home         January 6

HP’s new OmniBook Ultra 14 is 5% slimmer than your MacBook Air

HP is using CES 2026 week to put the HP OmniBook Ultra 14 in the spotlight, with a simple pitch for shoppers who want a premium laptop that’s easier to carry. In its CES 2026 announcement, HP says the 14-inch notebook is 5% thinner than a 2025 MacBook Air 13, and 52 %lighter than the […]

News         January 6

MemoMind AI glasses aim to look like your glasses, not a gadget

XGIMI is launching MemoMind at CES 2026, a new AI glasses lineup built for daily wear. The pitch is modular frames, prescription support, and quiet assistance like translation and reminders.

News         January 6

HP’s new keyboard PC wants to replace your desktop setup

HP’s EliteBoard G1a is a full Copilot+ desktop built into a 750 g keyboard. It targets flexible offices with over 50 TOPS on device AI and a March HP.com launch.

News         January 6

AMD wants your next PC to be an AI laptop or a Ryzen 7 9850X3D desktop

AMD CES 2026 lineup pairs Ryzen AI laptops arriving in Q1 2026 with the Ryzen 7 9850X3D for gamers, plus ROCm 7.2 and driver updates meant to smooth local AI setup.

News         January 6

This eSIM AR glasses want you to leave your phone behind

RayNeo is showcasing a concept that puts eSIM and 4G inside AR glasses. The goal is standalone connectivity for calling, streaming, translation, and instant cloud sync, without leaning on a phone.

News         January 5

Zeroth wants your family to meet the Zeroth M1 home robot, plus a WALL-E lookalike

Zeroth Robotics debuted at CES 2026 with five robots, but only the 15-inch M1 home humanoid has near-term timing and pricing. Preorders are expected in Q1 2026.

Smart Home         January 5

HP’s OMEN 15 returns for CES 2026, should you wait?

HP OMEN 15 2026 may return at CES with Panther Lake or Ryzen AI chips, up to RTX 5070, and a 3K 120Hz OLED. Here’s when it’s worth waiting.

News         January 2