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Hasseblad branding on alleged OnePlus 11 Pro

OnePlus 11 Pro leaked specs predict a zooming disappointment

OnePlus 11 Pro is shaping up to be a speed monster with divisive looks, fast charging chops, and an odd take on the telephoto zoom system on smartphones.
LG Rollable front, midway through unfolding.

LG’s doomed Rollable phone appears on video to show us what we missed

LG's ambitious Rollable phone never saw the light of the day, but an almost market-ready engineering unit has appeared on video, and it looks painfully good.
An Uber cab

The Uber hack is an outrageous tale of a teen hacking for fun

Uber has disclosed that the notorious Lapsus$ hacking group is behind its latest data breach. The hacker, an 18-year-old, claims that he did it all for fun.
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 4.

How to use the Galaxy Z Fold 4’s massive screen without losing your mind

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 4's tablet-esque display needs some time getting used to, but there are a few tricks that will put you on track quicker and easier.
Google Pixel Watch product image on an orange stylized background.

The Google Pixel Watch price just leaked, and it doesn’t look good

Google will reportedly sell the Pixel Watch for $350, and that's just for the Bluetooth-only model. The cellular version will ask a handsome $400 from buyers.
Measuring SpO2 with smartphone camera and flash

The future of blood oxygen monitoring lies with your phone’s camera

A team of scientists has validated that the blood oxygen saturation level can be measured with high accuracy using only a phone's camera and LED flash.
Someone holding the iPhone 14 Pro and iPhone 14 Pro Max.

The iPhone 14 Pro has a nasty camera-shaking problem in Snapchat and TikTok

iPhone 14 Pro users are facing an odd issue that causes the camera hardware to shake and make a buzzing sound while using apps like TikTok, Snapchat, and Instagram.
Shadow Fight cinematic on Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 4 cover screen.

I gamed on the Galaxy Z Flip 4’s cover screen and it blew me away

Samsung won't let you do much on the Galaxy Z Flip 4's cover screen. But if you're impossibly brave and very patient, you can play Call of Duty: Mobile on it.
Google Search on mobile

Google slapped with record-setting antitrust fine in the EU

Google was handed a record fine in 2019 for abusing it market position. Google appealed, but the court says it needs to pay a fine of over 4 billion Euros.
Camera array of the iPhone 14 Pro

Apple’s A17 chip could have a huge 3nm upgrade, but only for some iPhones

Apple deprived the iPhone 14 of a chip upgrade this year. And per a new report, the upcoming A17 Bionic chip will also be exclusive to iPhone 15 Pro next year.
OnePlus 11 Pro alleged leaked render

First OnePlus 11 Pro renders bring back two missing features from the 10T

Alleged renders of a OnePlus 11 Pro prototype have leaked. Barring a controversial camera island design, it looks like the alert slider is making a comeback.
New features for Google's ecosystem hardware

Google’s Nearby Share just copied one of Apple’s best features

Google unloaded a whole bag of new features for its ecosystem of devices, including new accessibility tools and a long-awaited Nearby Share upgrade.
Apple Watch Series 8 on a wrist.

The Apple Watch Series 8 finally adds a long-awaited health feature

The Apple Watch Series 8 was announced during Apple's Far Out event. Here's what's new!
qualcomm snapdragon 6 gen 1 4 news new chips

Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 6 and 4 Gen 1 chips are big deals for cheap phones

Qualcomm's latest Snapdragon 6 Gen 1 and Snapdragon 4 Gen 1 chips promise impressive camera, gaming, and connectivity upgrades for budget Android smartphones.
Diablo Immortal on Pixel 6a.

The Pixel 6a should be an amazing $450 gaming phone, but it isn’t

The Pixel 6a delivers a lot for $450, including a flagship-graded Tensor chipset. But is it any good for gaming? We decided to find out.
Someone outside holding the Pixel 6a. We see the back of the phone.

Common Google Pixel 6a problems and how to fix them

If your brand new Google Pixel 6a is troubling you with fingerprint sensing, heating, or battery drain, you're not alone. Here are a few steps to fix things.
Huawei Nova 10 Pro.

Huawei’s Nova 10 smartphones offer a freakishly huge selfie camera

Huawei's latest Nova 10 series mid-rangers offer a 60MP selfie camera capable of 4K video capture and up to 100W fast charging, but no 5G connectivity.
Samsung Galaxy A23 5G colors

Samsung’s Galaxy A23 5G packs a 120Hz display and a huge battery for $300

Samsung's latest budget phone for the U. S. market is the Galaxy A23 5G, and from the looks of it, this $300 phone needs be on the radar of smartphone shoppers.
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 4 with CoverScreen OS and Maps

Don’t like the Galaxy Z Flip 4’s cover screen? This app supercharges it

Samsung's enhancements to the cover display on Galaxy Z Flip 4 are a welcome change, but not enough. CoverScreen OS takes it to a whole new level, with caveats.
An iPad using Stage Manager in iPadOS 16.

Apple confirms iPadOS 16 is delayed because it’s a hot mess in beta

Apple confirmed that iPadOS 16 is delayed and it will directly jump to v16.1 for its public release. However, it will only arrive after iOS 16 is released.
The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 4 sitting upright on a bench.

How many folds can the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 4 survive?

Samsung's latest clamshell foldable is the Galaxy Z Flip 4. If you're curious how many folds it can survive, well, it should be good for at least half a decade.
Google Pixel 7 and 7 Pro

Google Pixel 7 duo pops up on video, gives a close look at the size difference

Ahead of a fall debut, alleged prototype units of the Pixel 7 and its Pro version have appeared on video. This time, the vanilla model is noticeably smaller.
The rear side of an iPhone 14 Pro

iPhone 14 and Apple Watch Series 8 could arrive on September 7

Apple is reportedly gearing up for a September 7 event to introduce the iPhone 14, and is said to have locked in September 16 to kick off retail availability.
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 4.

The Galaxy Z Flip 4’s best trick is hiding in plain sight

Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 4 is as good a clamshell foldable phone can get. But one of its most underrated features is the ability to play with its looks.
Official artwork of Android 13

Android 13 is here, and you can download it on your Pixel phone right now

The stable version of Android 13 is finally here, with Google's Pixel phones getting it first starting today. Google has also pushed it to the AOSP channel.
Samsung Galaxy Watch 5.

The Galaxy Watch 5 doesn’t fix my biggest problem with Samsung wearables

Samsung Galaxy Watch 5 looks like a compelling smartwatch with some neat tricks, but it is still tied to a frustrating wireless charging restriction.
Amazon acquires iRobot

Will Amazon’s iRobot purchase turn your Roomba into a spy?

Amazon's acquisition of iRobot, the maker of Roomba, is a window into a future where one corporation has way too much information about your personal life.
Fitbit Versa 3

Fitbit leak reveals the upcoming Sense 2, Inspire 3, and Versa 4

Fitbit's next slate of smartwatches — the Sense 2 and Versa 4 — have leaked in the form of renders revealing a familiar design, alongside the Inspire 3 band.
OnePlus 10T with OnePlus 10 Pro Alert Slider.

The OnePlus 10 Pro is now $799 — and a great reason to avoid the 10T

As of August 3, the OnePlus 10 Pro now costs just $799 in North America. It's a great standalone deal, and a solid excuse to totally ignore the OnePlus 10T.
samsung repair mode phones safeguard personal data

Samsung’s new ‘Repair Mode’ is like a valet when your phone’s being repaired

Samsung is adding a new tool to its phones called Repair Mode. It locks all sensitive data like photos, message, and accounts when you send a phone for repair.
Motorola X30 Pro official render

This is the Moto X30 Pro, Motorola’s 200MP smartphone camera beast

Motorola has finally shared the first glimpse of the X30 Pro flagship, which is going to make an official debut on August 2 packing a 200-megapixel camera.
Charging Galaxy Watch 4 with Galaxy S22 Ultra

The Galaxy Watch 4’s best charging trick is also Samsung’s worst ecosystem problem

Being able to charge your Samsung Galaxy smartwatch with a smartphone is quite convenient. But that perk comes with its own generous set of pesky caveats.
new workspace updates for android tablets.

Google Drive, Docs, and other apps are getting way better on Android tablets

Google is adding some neat productivity features for its apps on Android tablets — including drag-and-drop, multi-window support for Drive, and more.
A product render of the OnePlus 10T, showing it in green and black colors

OnePlus 10T skips the alert slider and Hasselblad camera

OnePlus 10T is all set to make its debut early next month, but it will do so without the iconic alert slider and the Hasselblad branding in tow.