Flagship phones have gotten expensive enough that a small discount barely moves the needle. This one does. The Google Pixel 10 Pro XL (unlocked, 256GB) is down to $949.00, which is $250 off the $1,199.00 compared value. If you’ve been sitting on an older phone because you didn’t want to pay full price for a top-tier model, this is the kind of markdown that actually changes the decision.
The “Pro XL” format is all about a more comfortable daily experience: a bigger screen for reading, maps, and media, plus that roomy feel when you’re typing or multitasking. The 256GB storage is the other underrated win here. It’s the difference between using your phone normally and constantly cleaning up space, especially if you take lots of photos, save videos, download playlists, or keep big apps installed.
And because it’s unlocked, you’re not boxed in. It’s a practical choice if you switch carriers, travel, or just prefer keeping your options open over the life of the phone.
This deal makes sense for people who use their phone hard every day and want something that stays pleasant to live with. A larger display and more storage tend to “age” better than the cheapest configuration, because you’re less likely to hit the two most common frustrations: cramped screen time and storage warnings.
The $250 discount is also the kind of savings you can feel. It can cover a protective case, a good screen protector, and still leave money on the table, or it can simply make the upgrade feel less like a luxury purchase and more like a practical replacement.
At $949, the Pixel 10 Pro XL (unlocked, 256GB) is a solid value if you want a big-screen flagship and you’d rather pay once for the storage you’ll actually use. If you prefer compact phones or you mainly need basics, spending less will still work. But if you’ve been waiting for a meaningful price cut on a top-end Pixel, this is a good moment to jump.
Meta wants to make its AI feel like a cute tiny friend through a newly launched pet journal app called Waddle World. Think of it as Tamagotchi, but the pixelated pet can actually chat with you and doodle little illustrations based on what you tell it about your day. Right now, this free app is available on iOS and Android only in the Philippines, with access limited to adults.
Waddle World is a pet that wants to know about your day
What if checking your drinking water for dangerous chemicals were as simple as plugging a tiny gadget into your smartphone? Researchers in Japan have developed a compact sensor that could make that possible, potentially bringing sophisticated water contamination testing out of expensive laboratories and into people's hands.
Scientists at the Okinawa Institute of Science and Technology (OIST) have created a portable device capable of detecting extremely low concentrations of PFAS, commonly known as "forever chemicals." The findings were published in the journal Biosensors and Bioelectronics, which demonstrate how an inexpensive sensor and a smartphone could make identifying potentially harmful chemicals in water a lot easier.
ShiftCam is adding to its range of iPhone filmmaking accessories with ProRig+, a revised version of its modular camera rig that has dedicated controls for focus, zoom, shutter, and shooting modes. The new system launches on Kickstarter with the ProControl remote, giving mobile creators a higher level of hands-on control without having to constantly tap their iPhone’s screen.
The announcement comes soon after ShiftCam introduced the original ProRig, developed with feedback from Apple. The original model is expected to ship in the coming weeks, while ProRig+ will be a more advanced remote and will be delivered to backers in February 2027. The Kickstarter campaign has also been honored with the platform’s “Projects We Love” designation.