Not sure if a Prime Day deal is legit? Malwarebytes has a free link checker to verify it

Malwarebytes has launched a free tool that checks suspicious shopping links and tells you whether they appear safe, dangerous, or unknown.

S. Kumar Manglam     October 5

This Harry Potter phone came with a Hogwarts letter, and I’m suddenly a kid again

The Realme 16 Pro Harry Potter Edition goes far beyond a themed back panel, with Hogwarts-inspired software, collectible packaging, custom accessories, and some wonderfully excessive details.

Vikhyaat Vivek     October 5

AI’s massive appetite could make cheap smartphones much harder to find

The booming demand for AI infrastructure is putting pressure on the same memory supply used by smartphones, and budget devices are feeling the squeeze first.

Shimul Sood     October 5

From $200 Motorolas to Samsung’s Flip, these phone deals made my shortlist

Four Amazon phone deals span affordable Motorolas, the distinctive Nothing Phone (3), and Samsung’s Galaxy Z Flip 8.

Paulo Vargas     October 5

Microsoft Teams is adding a safeguard against deepfake imposters in meetings

Teams will soon let certified third-party services analyze meeting audio and video for signs of manipulation and pass those warnings back to organizers.

Sudhanshu Kumar Mangalam     October 5

WhatsApp is testing a privacy upgrade for chats you want to keep off linked devices

WhatsApp is rolling out Restricted Chat to some Android and iOS beta testers, adding a way to keep selected conversations off linked devices.

Sudhanshu Kumar Mangalam     October 4

Google Pixel 12 just leaked, and the display changes are quite interesting

The first major Google Pixel 12 leak reveals four models, new display resolutions and early clues about Google’s 2027 Pixel lineup.

Varun Mirchandani     October 4

Apple is going back to its design roots and its new leader is leading the push

Apple CEO John Ternus is spending much more time with the company’s design teams, signaling a renewed focus on product design.

S. Kumar Manglam     October 4

The best Kindle in 2026: Here are the top Kindles for reading

Looking for the best Kindle? We compare Amazon's Kindle, Paperwhite, Colorsoft, and Scribe lineup to help you choose the right e-reader for your reading habits, note-taking needs, and budget.

Rachit Agarwal     October 4

Exynos 2700 production is underway for the Galaxy S27 series, but Samsung still hasn’t decided on the Ultra

Samsung is ramping up Exynos 2700 production for the Galaxy S27, S27+, and S27 Pro, but the S27 Ultra is still being evaluated as the company weighs performance, thermals, cost, and chip supply.

Sudhanshu Kumar Mangalam     October 3

The BlackBerry Passport is back, sort of, and it runs Android now

The Zinwa P26 keeps the BlackBerry Passport’s square display and physical keyboard while replacing its internals with modern Android hardware. The complete device is up for preorder at $420, with shipments expected to start in late October.

Sudhanshu Kumar Mangalam     October 3

AT&T finally admits the iPhone 18 Pro Max has an SOS problem, but there’s no real fix yet

Some iPhone 18 Pro Max owners on AT&T are stuck in SOS mode, and the suggested fix may not work.

Shikhar Mehrotra     October 2

Even Samsung’s cheaper Galaxy phones aren’t escaping the price hikes

Samsung has raised prices across several Galaxy A-series phones, extending a week of Android price hikes that already hit the Galaxy S26 and Pixel 10a.

Sudhanshu Kumar Mangalam     October 2

YouTube cracks down on reposted Shorts and it’s bad news for clipper accounts

Shorts creators who rely on lightly edited clips could see less reach as YouTube changes its recommendations to put more weight on original content.

Manisha Priyadarshini     October 2

Google’s cheapest Pixel just took a brutal $100 price hike

Google has raised the Pixel 10a price by $100, and warnings from memory makers suggest cheaper smartphones may still be years away.

Sudhanshu Kumar Mangalam     October 2

Samsung just folded another app into SmartThings, and I’m all for the cleanup

SmartThings version 1.8.51.30 brings a redesigned Home tab, resizable cards, and absorbs the discontinued Samsung Sound app.

Shikhar Mehrotra     October 2

iPhone Duo’s removable nano-texture layer is a clever repairability win for foldable screens

The iPhone Duo hides a replaceable cover layer above its foldable inner display, swappable for just $19 under AppleCare+.

Shikhar Mehrotra     October 1

Android 17 just got a security upgrade you’ll want to turn on

Android 17 is making it much harder for attackers to get into your phone, or cover their tracks afterward.

Shimul Sood     October 1

Samsung’s Galaxy S26 price hikes have arrived, and the Ultra hurts most

Samsung has raised Galaxy S26 prices across the U.S., with most models climbing by $100 and the 1TB Ultra jumping $200 to $1,999.99.

Sudhanshu Kumar Mangalam     October 1

Huawei Mate 90 RS is a design showstopper and costs as much as the iPhone Duo

Huawei’s Mate 90 RS Ultimate Design pairs patterned glass with polished titanium for an unapologetically ornate look. Its substantial weight and unconfirmed US availability deserve attention before anyone considers buying one.

Paulo Vargas     October 1

Huawei Mate 90 Pro Max is dripping with personality and has a wild camera setup for photography fans

Huawei has launched the Mate 90 Pro Max with a large-sensor main camera, 200MP periscope telephoto, bright OLED display, and an optional 1-inch camera module.

Sudhanshu Kumar Mangalam     October 1

Vivo X Fold 6 goes global while keeping the classic tall foldable design

Vivo’s X Fold6 is heading to global markets with a tall 20.31:9 cover screen, 200MP camera, huge 6,900mAh battery, and a seriously slim body.

Vikhyaat Vivek     October 1

Apple Invites update makes your party photos look better and joining events easier

Apple Invites now supports full-resolution shared albums, photorealistic invite backgrounds, and one-tap email verification for guests.

Rachit Agarwal     September 30

Apple’s best Messages feature from the iOS 27 beta is finally coming back

Apple pulled the handy Suggestions feature from Messages before iOS 27 launched. Now it's coming back with iOS 27.2, and it looks smarter than before.

Rachit Agarwal     September 30

Refer a friend to a Pixel phone and you could earn up to $500 in Google Store credit

Google's Pixel Referral Program is back after the Pixel 11 launch. Your friends get 10% off a Pixel phone, and you can earn up to $500 in Google Store credit.

Rachit Agarwal     September 30

Vivo’s Selfie Monitor is a brilliant idea, but it’s not quite the game-changer I hoped for

Vivo's Selfie Monitor makes solo shooting with the main camera easier, but limited camera modes, frame rates, and compatibility hold it back.

Pranob Mehrotra     September 30

Samsung Galaxy S27 series could get more expensive, especially if you want more storage

Samsung could raise prices across the Galaxy S27 lineup, while larger storage options may carry a significantly higher premium as rising memory costs put pressure on smartphone production next year.

Manisha Priyadarshini     September 30

WhatsApp gives parents more control over teen accounts, but chats stay private

WhatsApp is introducing optional parental controls that let parents manage teen privacy, groups, Channels, Status, and Meta AI without accessing personal messages or calls.

S. Kumar Manglam     September 30

DoorDash will soon let you order food by text without opening the app

Ordering dinner could soon take just a text, as DoorDash's AI searches local restaurants, recommends dishes, builds your cart, and handles checkout directly inside the conversation.

Manisha Priyadarshini     September 30

Samsung’s Galaxy SmartTag 3 finally gives iPhone users a reason to take notice

Samsung's Galaxy SmartTag 3 finally expands beyond Galaxy phones, bringing iPhone support, longer battery life, improved tracking, and pet activity monitoring while keeping several advanced features exclusive to Galaxy users.

Manisha Priyadarshini     September 30

Apple patched an iPhone flaw attackers may already have exploited. Here’s how the attack works

Apple patched a CoreGraphics flaw that may already have been exploited in targeted iPhone attacks. Here’s how the malicious-file attack works, what remains unknown, and why iOS 26 users should update.

Paulo Vargas     September 30

Honor’s tiny new e-reader snaps onto the back of a phone for a ride

Honor’s Life S3 magnetically attaches to a phone for portable E Ink reading. US availability remains unconfirmed, but a similar Xteink reader offers an alternative worth watching when stock returns.

Paulo Vargas     September 30

Want the iPhone Duo on launch day? You can start your pre-order process on October 12

Apple's iPhone Duo preorders begin October 16 at 8 a.m. ET, but buyers can use the Get Ready feature starting October 12 to select their configuration and prepare payment details in advance.

Rachit Agarwal     September 30

Apple Pay is finally live in India, but there’s a catch

Apple Pay is now available in India on iPhone, iPad, and Apple Watch, initially supporting Axis Bank Visa and Mastercard credit cards at participating merchants.

Rachit Agarwal     September 29

Your iPhone 18 Pro just became a pocket film studio with the latest Final Cut Camera and Creator Studio updates

Apple's Final Cut Camera 2.4 adds variable aperture control, advanced video tools, and Cinematic mode editing for iPhone 18 Pro, while Apple Creator Studio gets new features across Final Cut Pro, Pixelmator Pro, Keynote, and more.

Rachit Agarwal     September 29

The seemingly innocuous smartphone may have a troubling effect on young minds that could lead to eating disorders

A JAMA Network Open study finds 12-year-olds with smartphones face a 49% higher eating disorder risk than those without one.

Shikhar Mehrotra     September 29

Apple’s new CEO wants to launch more products, and at a quicker pace

Apple CEO John Ternus reportedly wants the company to launch products more frequently, shorten development cycles, and experiment with a broader range of hardware.

S. Kumar Manglam     September 29

The Pixel 11a just leaked, and Google is saving the surprises for inside

The Pixel 11a looks familiar, but its biggest upgrades could be hiding inside.

Shimul Sood     September 29