MediaTek launches Dimensity 9500s and 8500 to power next-gen flagship smartphones

MediaTek’s Dimensity 9500s and 8500 bring faster performance, better AI, advanced gaming features, and improved efficiency.

Moinak Pal     6 days ago

I watched 28 Years Later: The Bone Temple, it’s the best movie in the franchise

28 Years Later: The Bone Temple sets a high bar for its iconic zombie film franchise thanks to Nia DaCosta's direction, its game-changing story, and compelling characters.

Anthony Orlando     January 17

ChatGPT Go is now available in the U.S., but be prepared to see ads

ChatGPT Go launches globally at $8/month, offering higher limits, access to GPT-5.2, larger memory, and a low-cost upgrade over free ChatGPT.

Shikhar Mehrotra     January 17

Exchanging your old iPhone for a new one? Apple just revised its trade-in rates

Apple has revised trade-in values for iPhones and other Apple devices again, with newer models seeing the sharpest declines since the iPhone 17 launch.

Shikhar Mehrotra     January 16

Microsoft Excel’s new import functions make handling numbers easier

Excel now supports IMPORTTEXT and IMPORTCSV functions that load external text and CSV files as dynamic arrays, making it easier to refresh and reuse frequently updated data inside a worksheet.

Manisha Priyadarshini     January 16

Best new movies to stream on Netflix, Hulu, Prime Video, HBO Max, and more

The best new movies to stream include The Rip, Frankenstein, Sinners, Superman, Together, and The Life of Chuck.

Dan Girolamo     January 16

Sony wants you guessing with its cryptic audio teaser

Sony has teased an upcoming audio announcement with the promise of a “new form of listening,” offering few details but plenty of intrigue ahead of its scheduled January reveal.

Manisha Priyadarshini     January 16

OLED MacBook Pro displays may already be in production ahead of rumored 2026 launch

Apple's OLED MacBook Pro may be ahead of schedule, as reports suggest display panel production has already begun, bringing the long-awaited upgrade closer to launch.

Shikhar Mehrotra     January 16

This $499.99 soundbar deal is a legit movie-night glow-up

Save $200 on the Sony BRAVIA Theater Bar 6, now $499.99 (compared value $699.99). A 3.1.2-channel soundbar with subwoofer, compatible with Dolby Atmos and DTS:X for clearer dialogue and more immersive home audio.

Omair Khaliq Sultan     January 16

Cover more of your property for less with this discounted Arlo 3-camera kit

Save $100 on the Arlo Ultra Outdoor Security Camera bundle (3rd Gen, 2025): three wireless 4K HDR cameras with rechargeable batteries and a charging station. Now $399.99 versus $499.99. Focus keyword

Omair Khaliq Sultan     January 16

The “built-in backyard audio” dream is $1,000 cheaper right now

Save $1,000 on the Sonance MAG6.1 6.1-channel landscape outdoor speaker system powered by Sonos, now $1,799 (compared value $2,799). A premium outdoor audio upgrade designed for even coverage across patios and backyards.

Omair Khaliq Sultan     January 16

Rivian reaches key milestone for its R2 electric SUV, deliveries are coming soon

Rivian's R2 electric SUV just cleared a crucial production hurdle. With near-final vehicles rolling off the line, deliveries suddenly feel a lot closer than before.

Shikhar Mehrotra     January 16

I tried these shoes that can only exist thanks to 3D printing

Shoe maker Syntilay has unveiled its new PulsePodz shoes, which it claims couldn’t have been made without 3D printing and AI. These recovery slides feature nine individual pods on the base, designed with a lattice structure and different densities that create a cushion to target support where the foot needs it most. Syntilay says this […]

Gareth Beavis     January 16

The best new shows to stream on Netflix, Hulu, HBO Max, and more

The best new shows to stream include Stranger Things, Fallout, Pluribus, The Pitt, The Studio, Severance, and more.

Dan Girolamo     January 16

This handy Apple Watch feature may soon make it to your Pixel Watch

Google is working on a new Pixel Watch feature that will send users an alert when they leave their phone behind.

Pranob Mehrotra     January 16

ChatGPT can now search your entire chat history for answers

ChatGPT can now search through your full chat history and pull details from earlier conversations, making it easier to find things you discussed weeks or months ago, as long as you are a Plus or Pro user.

Manisha Priyadarshini     January 16

What’s new on Amazon Prime Video in January 2026

The list of new Prime Video movies and TV shows coming in January include The Night Manager season 2, The Wrecking Crew, Alien: Romulus, Kung Fu Panda 4, and Final Destination: Bloodlines.

Dan Girolamo     January 16

Your Google Fast Pair headphones need an update to fix a flaw that could expose your location

Researchers have uncovered a Fast Pair security flaw that can be exploited to track your location through Bluetooth speakers or headphones.

Pranob Mehrotra     January 16

Gigabyte says your handheld gaming PC won’t ship without a real twist

Gigabyte is considering a handheld gaming PC, but CEO Eddie Lin says it won’t launch without a clear differentiator. At CES 2026, he signaled originality comes before timing, pricing, or regions.

Paulo Vargas     January 16

This smart ring targets your daily triggers if you get migraines

Ultrahuman Migraine PowerPlug is a new in-app feature that uses ring biometrics like sleep, HRV, stress, and movement to surface migraine insights, then guide practical routines ahead of an early 2026 rollout.

Paulo Vargas     January 16

Your Ray-Ban Meta alternative is open-source, and that changes everything

Mentra Live is a Ray-Ban Meta alternative with a rare perk, an open-source OS and a MiniApp Store. It’s limited-run, app-driven camera glasses, but real-world polish and privacy details still need proof.

Paulo Vargas     January 16

Changing your embarrassing Gmail address is finally possible! Here’s how it works

Google is finally giving users the ability to change their email addresses and has detailed how the feature works.

Pranob Mehrotra     January 16

This new phone puts a mini screen next to the camera for your selfies

A new phone leak shows a mini rear display beside the camera, letting you frame selfies with the main sensor. Big battery and Android 16 are listed, but price and launch regions are still missing.

Paulo Vargas     January 16

This Pixel patent could make your phone repairs easier

Google has patented a removable battery design for foldable phones that avoids glue, aiming to improve durability and make repairs easier if the idea ever reaches a future Pixel device.

Paulo Vargas     January 16

Replit’s AI can build your mobile apps and push them straight to App store

Replit’s new feature generates iOS apps from text prompts, integrates monetization, and streamlines App Store publishing - marking a major step in AI-driven software creation.

Moinak Pal     January 15

Gemini powering the iPhone’s AI is great, but I want Apple to fix Shortcuts first

The Shortcuts app is a powerful, underrated tool, but creating automations is frustrating due to its confusing scripting system. Apple must fix it, now that it has the Gemini firepower at its disposal.

Nadeem Sarwar     January 15

How about a humanoid robot as your running partner?

Watch Figure's robot out for a run with some of the people who helped create it.

Trevor Mogg     January 15

This chip can make future phones thinner and faster through tiny ‘earthquakes’

A chip that produces microscopic “earthquakes” could change smartphone design, allowing manufacturers to shrink internal components while boosting signal handling and data speeds using surface acoustic wave technology.

Manisha Priyadarshini     January 15

MacBook Pro models with more powerful M5 series chips could be right around the corner

Apple's next MacBook Pro refresh with M5 Pro and M5 Max chips could launch sooner than expected, possibly alongside its new Creator Studio subscription for professionals.

Shikhar Mehrotra     January 15

What’s new on Hulu in January 2026 and what’s leaving soon

Hulu's January 2026 lineup includes Will Trent, Tell Me Lies, The Beauty, Borat, Heat, Predator, and more.

Dan Girolamo     January 15

Samsung won’t charge you for Galaxy AI features (or at least some of them)

Samsung confirms Galaxy AI's basic features will remain free, but new wording hints some advanced tools may eventually cost extra.

Shikhar Mehrotra     January 15

iPhone 17e might finally embrace a modern redesign as a leak hints at an impending launch

A new leak suggests Apple's iPhone 17e could finally ditch the notch, adopt Dynamic Island, gain flagship-level performance, and launch earlier than expected in 2026.

Shikhar Mehrotra     January 15

This robot learned to lip sync like humans by watching YouTube

A robot face developed by researchers can now lip sync speech and songs after training on YouTube videos, using machine learning to connect audio directly to realistic lip and facial movements.

Manisha Priyadarshini     January 15

Are you a Spotify Premium subscriber? Get ready to pay $12.99 per month from February

Spotify will raise Premium prices to $12.99 from February 2026 in the U.S. and parts of Europe, citing growth pressures despite strong Q3 results.

Shikhar Mehrotra     January 15