You can now choose the kind of content you see on Instagram Reels

Instagram has rolled out Your Algorithm, a new feature that lets users control the kind of content they see on Reels by adding or removing topics, giving people more say over what shows up in their feed.

Manisha Priyadarshini     January 14

Samsung XR smart glasses leak says you may see two versions

Samsung XR smart glasses may launch in two versions. A leak cites model numbers SM-O200P and SM-O200J, plus a 12MP autofocus camera, Wi-Fi and Bluetooth, and transition lenses on one variant.

Paulo Vargas     January 14

The Pixel 10a might be light on upgrades, but easier on your wallet

A new leak hints that the Google Pixel 10a could launch at a lower price than its predecessor.

Pranob Mehrotra     January 14

Your Galaxy lock screen just got hundreds of Samsung unlock animations

Samsung’s LockStar update adds a huge set of unlock animations to Galaxy phones on One UI 8.5. Version 8.5.00.8 also brings manual AOD brightness on some models, plus a few fixes.

Paulo Vargas     January 14

New report sheds light on how Gemini fits into Apple’s Siri revamp

An Apple insider has revealed some details about Gemini's role in Apple's upcoming Siri upgrade and AI features.

Pranob Mehrotra     January 14

Leak says your entry Galaxy S26 won’t be stuck at 25W

A new tip says Galaxy S26 45W charging is coming to Samsung’s base flagship, with 45W also on S26+ and 60W on Ultra. The missing details, battery size and charger requirements, will decide how big it feels.

Paulo Vargas     January 14

I finally found AI smart glasses that offer a true glimpse of the future

The RayNeo X3 Pro smart glasses are built atop Android foundations and heavily rely on Gemini, serving it all atop an invisible screen and "normal" form factor. It's only plagued by the curse of a first generation product.

Nadeem Sarwar     January 14

Meta’s VR gaming push is shrinking, and you’ll feel it

Meta’s VR gaming push is shrinking, and you’ll feel it. Reality Labs layoffs and the closure of the studios behind Resident Evil 4 and Deadpool point to fewer big exclusives for Quest owners.

Paulo Vargas     January 14

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.

Paulo Vargas     January 14

Google’s Veo just got better at making videos for your social feeds

Google's AI-powered video generation tool now lets you create native portrait videos in a 9:16 aspect ratio.

Pranob Mehrotra     January 14

Nothing CEO explains how and why you’ll pay more for your phones this year

Nothing CEO Carl Pei says the era of cheaper smartphones is ending, with memory shortages and AI demand pushing costs so high that brands have little choice but to raise prices or rethink what phones offer.

Manisha Priyadarshini     January 14

Scientists are teaching OLED screens how to shine smarter

A new near-planar OLED light extraction method could deliver brighter, more efficient displays for smartphones, TVs, and future flexible devices.

Moinak Pal     January 13

AI chatbots still struggle with news accuracy, study finds

Researchers warn that AI chatbots often fabricate or distort news, urging users to treat AI-generated news summaries with caution.

Moinak Pal     January 13

Piece by piece, SpaceX preps first Starship flight from Space Coast

The launch site at Cape Canaveral is gradually coming together.

Trevor Mogg     January 13

Google app leak gives us a glimpse of life with smart glasses and meaningful controls

A leaked Google companion app hints at smart glasses that prioritize context, privacy, and subtle controls over flashy AR gimmicks.

Shikhar Mehrotra     January 13

You can finally uninstall Microsoft Copilot on Windows 11, but there’s a catch

Microsoft is finally allowing some users to uninstall Copilot in Windows 11, but the option comes with strict conditions and is limited mainly to managed work devices, leaving most free users without a real off switch.

Manisha Priyadarshini     January 13

Apple’s Creator Studio bundles six pro apps in a shockingly affordable subscription

Apple Creator Studio bundles six powerful creative apps for just $12.99 a month, and it might be Apple's best value subscription to date.

Shikhar Mehrotra     January 13

Apple will finally bring encrypted RCS messages for iPhone to Android chats

Apple may be preparing to add end-to-end encryption to RCS messages, with new clues spotted in the iOS 26.3 beta pointing to more secure cross-platform chats between iPhone and Android users.

Manisha Priyadarshini     January 13

Galaxy S26 Ultra beats OnePlus 15’s GeekBench 6 scores with an underpowered Snapdragon chipset

GeekBench listings reveal the Galaxy S26 Ultra outperforming the OnePlus 15 despite a slower chip, hinting at smarter tuning and better real-world performance.

Shikhar Mehrotra     January 13

The best free cross-platform games to play in 2026

The worst thing you can experience is buying a multiplayer game that doesn't have cross-platform support. Don't make that mistake again with these free games.

Jesse Lennox     January 13

All cross-platform games (PS5, Xbox Series X, PS4, Xbox One, Switch, Switch 2, PC)

A lot of games support cross-platform play now, but it's hard finding all of them in one spot. We did the digging to make a list of all cross-platform games.

Jesse Lennox     January 13

Samsung’s Galaxy Z Flip 8 foldable could sleep on big camera upgrades

No new lenses in sight. The Galaxy Z Flip 8 is tipped to reuse the same cameras once again, making 2026 the year to wait for if photography matters.

Shikhar Mehrotra     January 13

You can now build smarter Google Home routines without extra work

Google Home has added new starters, conditions, and actions that let your automations respond to real activity like media playback and appliance status, making routines more flexible and far more useful than simple schedules.

Manisha Priyadarshini     January 13

The Samsung Galaxy Ring is $100 off right now at $299.99

Save $100 on the Samsung Galaxy Ring, now $299.99 (compared value $399.99). A low-key wearable option for all-day wellness and sleep tracking without wearing a smartwatch.

Omair Khaliq Sultan     January 13

T-Mobile Fiber Home Internet delivers speed, stability, and simplicity

Today’s households need internet that can keep up with 4K streaming, remote working, competitive gaming, and all of our connected devices. Traditional broadband can’t always deliver the consistency required, and that’s where T-Mobile Fiber Home Internet stands out. Built on advanced fiber-optic technology, T-Mobile Fiber is designed for the demands of today and tomorrow. Get […]

Nikki Dual     January 13

The easiest internet switch: Get up to $300 back with T-Mobile 5G home internet

This post is brought to you in paid partnership with T-Mobile Tired of shelling out for hidden fees and sky-high monthly bills from your cable provider? T-Mobile 5G Home Internet has a great alternative to traditional home internet and they’re paying you to make the switch. Right now, you can get up to a $300 […]

Nikki Dual     January 13

The best movies on Netflix right now (January 2026)

The best movies on Netflix this month include The Rip, People We Meet On Vacation, Knives Out 3, Frankenstein, 28 Years Later, and Paddington 2.

Dan Girolamo     January 13

This $700 discount makes the Samsung OLED G9 much easier to justify

Save $700 on the Samsung 49-inch Odyssey OLED G9 (G93SD), now $999.99 (compared value $1,699.99). Dual-QHD super ultrawide OLED with 240Hz refresh rate, 0.03ms response, and G-Sync compatibility.

Omair Khaliq Sultan     January 13

Save $150 on the 14-inch MacBook Pro with Apple’s M5 chip

Save $150 on the 14-inch MacBook Pro in Space Black with Apple M5 (10-core CPU/10-core GPU), 16GB memory, and a 512GB SSD. Now $1,449 compared to $1,599 for a compact pro-level laptop.

Omair Khaliq Sultan     January 13

The Galaxy S26 Plus could be more similar to its predecessor than you’d expect

Leaks suggest the Galaxy S26 Plus might be the most underwhelming device in Samsung's upcoming flagship lineup.

Pranob Mehrotra     January 13

I’ve watched all of Stranger Things season 5, here’s what you need to know

Here's what we know about the fifth and final season of Netflix's hit series Stranger Things.

Anthony Orlando     January 13

OnePlus 15R review: it’s not flashy, but it’s the best phone I’ve ever tested in one key area

The OnePlus 15R takes some unpacking, but see past its higher-than-expected price and pared-back feature set and you'll find a solid and reliable Android.

Tom Bedford     January 13

Spigen’s latest case gives your iPhone a retro Macintosh look

Spigen has expanded its retro-inspired lineup of cases to include a new model that takes design cues from the Macintosh 128K.

Pranob Mehrotra     January 13

Call of Duty may finally make it to your Nintendo Switch soon

Back in 2023, Microsoft inked a 10-year deal with Nintendo to bring Xbox games, including Call of Duty, to Nintendo platforms. It appears the launch is drawing close, as a data miner has spotted code related to Nintendo in a recent Call of Duty update. Although the data miner, who goes by Reality on X, […]

Pranob Mehrotra     January 13