iOS 26.4 puts your iPhone in anti-theft mode by default

Apple's latest iOS 26.4 beta turns on Stolen Device Protection by default, adding biometric safeguards and delays to keep thieves from hijacking stolen iPhones.

Shikhar Mehrotra     February 17

Apple Music introduces a new way for you to create playlists with text prompts

Apple has introduced a new Playlist Playground feature with the first iOS 26.4 beta that lets users create Apple Music playlists with simple text prompts.

Pranob Mehrotra     February 17

Nothing is ready for March 5 event with the new 4a series phones

Nothing confirms a March 5 global launch for the Phone 4a and 4a Pro, teasing bold colors, flagship ambitions, Snapdragon 7s Gen 4, and Nothing OS 4.0.

Shikhar Mehrotra     February 17

Apple’s Podcast glow-up brings video, ads, and offline viewing

Apple brings native HLS-powered video streaming to Podcasts, enabling seamless switching, offline downloads, dynamic ads, and expanded creator tools across its ecosystem this spring.

Shikhar Mehrotra     February 17

Everything we expect from Apple’s March 4 event

Apple's March 4 global event could unveil the iPhone 17e, budget MacBook, M5-powered Macs, new iPads, Studio Display 2, and refreshed smart home devices.

Shikhar Mehrotra     February 16

Google is prepping a dedicated app to identify songs playing around you

Google is preparing a standalone app for Pixel’s Now Playing feature, making it easier to identify songs playing around you

Manisha Priyadarshini     February 16

Gboard may soon make it easier to place the cursor exactly where you want it

Gboard is working on a new cursor mode that may let you drag the cursor freely in any direction by turning the keyboard area into a virtual trackpad.

Pranob Mehrotra     February 16

Samsung gives a glimpse of how Galaxy S26’s privacy screen will block peeping Toms

Samsung teases Galaxy S26 Privacy Display in a new video, hinting at camera-powered peep detection and directional OLED tech ahead of its February 25 unveiling.

Shikhar Mehrotra     February 16

CarPlay is still on track for Tesla cars, but you might have to wait longer

Tesla is still bringing Apple CarPlay to its vehicles, but rollout depends on wider iOS 26 adoption and resolved Apple Maps compatibility fixes.

Moinak Pal     February 15

iOS 27 could boost the battery life of your iPhone

Apple’s iOS 27 update may improve iPhone battery life through deep system cleanup and smarter efficiency upgrades, alongside major AI integration and a revamped Siri experience.

Moinak Pal     February 15

Android 17 brings seamless app handoff across devices and web

Android 17 enables app handoff between devices and web, allowing users to resume tasks seamlessly and improving cross-device continuity within Google’s ecosystem.

Moinak Pal     February 14

Your Pixel is getting Android 17 again

Google has restarted the Android 17 beta rollout for Pixel phones, bringing early access to new system improvements and developer tools after a brief pause.

Moinak Pal     February 14

Samsung begins One UI 9 testing ahead of next foldable launch

Samsung has reportedly begun internal testing of One UI 9 for upcoming Galaxy Z Flip 8 and Z Fold 8 devices, signaling early software preparation for its 2026 foldable lineup.

Moinak Pal     February 13

This could be our first look at Samsung’s upcoming wide foldable phone

An early One UI 9 build reveals Samsung's rumored Wide Fold, featuring a shorter, wider cover screen and a near-4:3 inner display. Here's what the animation shows.

Shikhar Mehrotra     February 13

Chatbots rated more empathetic than humans in controlled tests

New research suggests AI chatbots can generate responses people rate as more empathetic than humans, raising questions about emotional intelligence in machines.

Moinak Pal     February 13

iPhone 18 Pro could bring a big boost to satellite connectivity 

Apple's iPhone 18 Pro could dramatically upgrade satellite connectivity with its new C2 modem, enabling seamless 5G fallback, improved battery life, and smarter privacy controls.

Shikhar Mehrotra     February 13

iOS 26.3 introduces new tool to simplify your switch from iPhone to Android

Apple just rolled out iOS 26.3 and it brings a new tool to help users easily migrate data from iPhones to Android.

Pranob Mehrotra     February 12

Is your smartphone eligible for Android 17? Here’s the full list

Android 17 Beta 1 is coming soon. Check the complete list of supported Pixel phones and learn how Google's release strategy affects other brands.

Shikhar Mehrotra     February 12

iPhones might soon get an utterly powerful AI feature

Claude’s iOS app is testing a new Tasks hub that looks built for repeatable work runs. If it ships, it could bring Cowork-style automation to iPhone, with browser-driven routines and tighter controls.

Paulo Vargas     February 12

Google pulls Android 17 Beta 1 at the last second, says it’s still “coming soon”

Google postponed Android 17 Beta 1 at the last minute, blaming unspecified changes. Here's what it means for the Q1 rollout, stability timeline, and Samsung's plans.

Shikhar Mehrotra     February 12

Apple’s hyped AI overhual for Siri could be beset by delayed features

Apple was eyeing a major feature overhaul for Siri with the upcoming iOS 26.4 update in March, but it seems performance issues have pushed those plans further into the future.

Nadeem Sarwar     February 11

Google just released the first build of Android 17, and it’s ready for Pixel phones

Android 17 focuses on adaptability of apps across different form factors, enhances performance, and it's now available to download on Pixel 6 series and later models.

Nadeem Sarwar     February 11

Google brings its AI-powered Fitbit coach to iPhones before Apple

Fitbit's Gemini-powered AI Personal Health Coach expands internationally and lands on iOS in public preview for Fitbit Premium members using supported devices.

Shikhar Mehrotra     February 11

Android 17 Beta 1 is around the corner, will skip the traditional Developer Preview stage

Google confirms Android 17 Beta 1 is coming soon, skipping the Developer Preview stage and rolling out automatically to current Pixel beta testers.

Shikhar Mehrotra     February 11

Samsung confirms Galaxy Unpacked 2026 for S26, hints at market release date

Samsung confirms Galaxy Unpacked 2026 for February 25 in San Francisco, with Galaxy S26 pre-orders live, trade-in deals, credits, and possible March 11 sales start.

Shikhar Mehrotra     February 11

Samsung may revive variable aperture cameras in future Galaxy phones

Samsung is reportedly developing a new version of its old variable aperture camera tech, aiming to match Apple’s upcoming hardware push and deliver more natural, optical photo quality.

Moinak Pal     February 10

Nothing’s “Essential Apps” let you build personalized widgets with text-based prompts

Nothing's Essential Apps Beta lets Phone (3) users create AI-powered, personalized widgets through simple text prompts, offering a glimpse into the company's Essential OS vision.

Shikhar Mehrotra     February 10

The next wave of spec-monster phones could get a 100-megapixel selfie camera

Leaks suggest upcoming Android flagships may test triple 100MP cameras, including a possible 100MP selfie shooter, signaling a shift away from today's 200MP obsession.

Shikhar Mehrotra     February 10

Your next flagship Android phone may cost a lot more, or cut corners

A new leak suggests Qualcomm may split its next-gen Snapdragon 8 lineup into two tiers, potentially driving up prices for Ultra-tier devices or forcing brands to make hardware compromises.

Pranob Mehrotra     February 9

Apple is planning to use your iPhone’s camera to watch and fix your gait

Apple Health may soon get a new feature that utilizes your iPhone's camera to analyze your gait.

Pranob Mehrotra     February 9

iPhone 17e is eyeing three key upgrades without a price hike

Apple’s iPhone 17e may add A19 speed, MagSafe, and newer Apple-designed connectivity chips while keeping the $599 price. The big question is how much the wireless upgrade improves real-world battery and reception.

Paulo Vargas     February 9

Samsung Galaxy S26 series: Everything you need to know

From confirmed prices and dimensions to release dates and specs, here's every verified detail about Samsung's Galaxy S26 series you need to know before buying.

Shikhar Mehrotra     February 9

AT&T unveils Amigo Jr., a Samsung-made kid phone built around safety

AT&T has launched the Samsung-built Amigo Jr, a kid-safe smartphone with strict parental controls, curated apps, location tracking, and no open internet - designed for children as young as six.

Moinak Pal     February 8

iPhone 18 Pro Max leak touts an unexpected win over Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra

A new leak suggests the iPhone 18 Pro Max may deliver superior battery life than the Galaxy S26 Ultra, thanks to a bigger battery, 2nm chip, and iOS efficiency.

Shikhar Mehrotra     February 6