Civilization VII Arcade Edition on Apple Arcade to land on your iPhone soon

Civilization VII Arcade Edition on Apple Arcade lands February 5, bringing a full-scale strategy favorite to iPhone, iPad, and Mac. It’s the headline add in a four-game drop with no ads or in-app purchases.

Computing     Paulo Vargas     January 15

iPhone 18 Pro may kill the Dynamic Island and join the punch-hole party instead

Fresh leaks suggest the iPhone 18 Pro may ditch the Dynamic Island for under-display Face ID and a punch-hole camera. Here's what's changing.

Computing     Shikhar Mehrotra     January 14

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.

Computing     Manisha Priyadarshini     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.

Computing     Pranob Mehrotra     January 13

Apple bet its AI future on Gemini. Here’s how it can reimagine the iPhone for you

Google's Gemini, in a pristine state, will power Siri and the broad Apple Intelligence stack. The foundations are ready, but the execution could be better than expected.

Computing     Nadeem Sarwar     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.

Computing     Paulo Vargas     January 12

Belkin’s ambitious CES 2026 lineup includes Qi2 power banks and a Switch 2 charging dock

The accessories maker is betting on Qi2 wireless charging and a feature-packed Switch 2 charging case to appeal to smartphone users and gamers alike.

Computing     Shikhar Mehrotra     January 9

These $350 OnePlus smartphones have bigger batteries than the Galaxy S25 and iPhone 17 combined

OnePlus has launched two budget smartphones in China with massive 9,000mAh batteries, challenging battery standards set by premium phones from Samsung and Apple.

Computing     Shikhar Mehrotra     January 8

You can now use three of Gmail’s best AI features for free

Google is rolling out AI-assisted Gmail tools that were once locked behind paid tiers, and you don't need to spend a dime on getting a paid Google One subscription to get them.

Computing     Shikhar Mehrotra     January 8

Apple is planning a massive iPhone camera upgrade, but it’s years away

Apple may eventually bring a 200MP camera to the iPhone, but fresh reports indicate the ambitious upgrade is still far off, with the earliest arrival expected toward the end of the decade.

Computing     Manisha Priyadarshini     January 7

Samsung wants AI on basically every device you own

Samsung aims to scale Galaxy AI to 800 million devices by 2026, strengthening its partnership with Google’s Gemini as it battles Apple and Chinese rivals in the AI era.

Computing     Moinak Pal     January 5

IKEA’s $4 20W Android/iPhone charger might make you care less about losing one

IKEA's $4 20W USB-C charger delivers fast charging, Power Delivery support, and surprising value, making lost chargers far less painful.

Computing     Shikhar Mehrotra     January 5

iOS 27 could drive 5 major changes and they will redefine the iPhone for you

iOS 27 could be light on flashy new tricks that one expects from an annual upgrade, but its focus on building atop foundations will change the iPhone experience forever.

Computing     Nadeem Sarwar     January 3

Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra could end up winning over camera enthusiasts after all

Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra camera leaks suggest lens flare reduction, improved skin tones, and new One UI 8.5 Camera Assistant features to help capture more natural photos and videos.

Computing     Shikhar Mehrotra     January 1

Motorola’s next ultra-thin handset makes the iPhone Air’s rear camera look obsolete

Motorola's upcoming Moto X70 Air Pro could redefine ultra-thin smartphones with a triple-camera setup, outclassing even Apple's $999 iPhone Air in camera versatility.

Computing     Shikhar Mehrotra     January 1

Hearing a static noise while charging your iPhone 17 Pro? You’re not alone

iPhone 17 Pro users are reporting a faint static or hissing noise while charging their phone, whether wired or wirelessly.

Computing     Shikhar Mehrotra     December 30, 2025

If you miss small phones, the iPhone Fold might scratch that itch

A rough 3D printed mockup shows how small Apples rumored iPhone Fold could feel when shut, with a cover display around 5.4 inches and a larger inside screen when opened.

Computing     Paulo Vargas     December 30, 2025

I tried a truly great small phone, and I hope Samsung and Apple pay attention

Ever since I got my first smartphone, and eventually made my way into tech journalism, I’ve had a soft spot for palm-friendly devices. But finding one that is practically rewarding has been pretty challenging due to technical constraints or just bad choices.  The OnePlus 13s came pretty close, but the lack of an ultrawide sensor […]

Computing     Nadeem Sarwar     December 29, 2025

Leaked Prototypes Reveal Apple Once Tested Pink and Yellow AirPods

Rare prototype images reveal Apple once experimented with colorful AirPods designs before abandoning the idea and standardizing on the white finish used today.

Computing     Moinak Pal     December 29, 2025

6 best apps to download on your new iPhone and level up the experience

A phone is merely a calling tool without good apps. After deep testing, these are the six applications that I highly recommend for your new iPhone.

Computing     Nadeem Sarwar     December 25, 2025

New iPhone Air 2 leak revives hope for a 2026 launch

A new leak suggests Apple may not wait until 2027 to launch the iPhone Air 2 after all. Conflicting reports now point to a possible 2026 debut, reviving hopes for an earlier return of Apple’s ultra thin iPhone.

Computing     Manisha Priyadarshini     December 25, 2025

8 tips and tricks for your new iPhone: from setup to storage, and more

Some useful hints to get you started on life in iOS

Computing     Alan Martin     December 25, 2025

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