The Fairphone 6 Is Here, And It's Amazingly Repairable

The Fairphone is very unique in the Android ecosystem. A phone that goes against most widely established conventions and goes out of its way to be more modular and repairable. Now, the Fairphone 6 is here, and it's better than ever. Continue reading...

HDMI 2.2 Is Ready for The 16K Video Future

Earlier this year, the HDMI Forum announced the next version of the HDMI specification at CES. However, they didn’t fully share all of the details about HDMI 2.2. Today, we’re learning a bit more, and it’s being sent to manufacturers. Continue reading...

Linux on Phones Gets a Big Upgrade With postmarketOS 25.06

The most popular Linux distribution for phones and tablets is (probably) postmarketOS, and there’s a new release to get excited about. postmarketOS v25.06 comes with new versions of KDE Plasma Mobile and GNOME, and it supports more devices like the Pixel 3A XL. Continue reading...

Google Photo’s AI Search Is Back—Here’s How to Turn It Off

Earlier this month, Google paused the "Ask Photos" feature in Google Photos after people complained about poor results and slow speed. It's been a few weeks now, and the feature is rolling back out. If you still don't like it, the feature can easily be disabled. Continue reading...

Apple Wants to Make Android Apps Better, With Swift

There are stark differences between how iOS apps are made vs how Android apps are made. Namely, iOS apps are built on Swift, while Android mostly uses Kotlin. Now, though, Swift is coming to Android. And it could have huge implications for apps going forward. Continue reading...

Microsoft Updated the Xbox 360 To Try and Upsell You

For many, their old Xbox 360 consoles are collecting dust in a drawer, but many people are still actively playing with them. Those people, however, are now being hit with a new "upsell" offer that they might not appreciate. Continue reading...

Microsoft Is Making Major Changes to Windows Security

Microsoft is making big changes to how third-party antivirus works under the hood as part of a "Windows Resiliency Initiative." It could impact everything from how the anti-cheat in your favorite game works to how the security of enterprise cloud servers are set up. Continue reading...

Windows Is 'Accidentally' Blocking Chrome and Other Browsers

While Microsoft Edge is nice, most Windows users still resort to third-party browsers. And it's a well-known fact that Windows doesn't like that. So it's a funny coincidence to see that Microsoft is accidentally blocking third-party browsers, even if this time it's an actual accident. Continue reading...

The iPhone Now Has a Nostalgic Game Boy Camera App

Delta Camera, an app that emulates the monochromatic photo style of Nintendo's old Game Boy Camera, is now available in closed beta. A full release is planned for later this year, though you can gain beta access by contributing to the developer's Patreon. Continue reading...

Google Chrome Is Ditching More Old Android Devices

If you're still using an old Android smartphone or tablet, we have some potentially bad news. Select models running vastly outdated software will lose access to Google Chrome later this summer. Google recently announced that Chrome will only support Android 10.0 or higher starting this August. Continue reading...

Xfinity Has New Unlimited Internet Data Plans

Comcast Xfinity is rolling out a variety of new broadband internet and mobile service plans, along with longer price guarantees. A key feature of these plans is unlimited data, which is a huge issue for households with high internet usage. Continue reading...

Switchbot Now Officially Works With Home Assistant

Home Assistant, the open-source home automation platform, has officially added SwitchBot to its 'Works with Home Assistant' program. This is a big step forward for anyone with smart home appliances because it helps make the ecosystem more complete and easier to manage. Continue reading...

Google Fi Is Fixing an Annoying Problem for iPhone Users

Using Google Fi on an iPhone has never been as seamless as on Android phones, but it's about to get much easier. The carrier is finally bringing voicemails right to your iPhone's native Phone app—no more hopping between apps. Continue reading...

YouTube Is Getting Two New Smart Features

YouTube is adding new AI-powered tools that are meant to make it easier for users to find and interact with content. These updates include an AI-driven search results carousel and a wider release of its conversational AI feature. Continue reading...

Farewell, XPS: Dell's New Premium 14 and Premium 16 Laptops Have Arrived

Dell has revealed the new Dell 14 Premium and Dell 16 Premium laptops, which are succeeding the XPS 14 and 16, respectively. The same design is sticking around, but the laptops now have the latest Core Ultra processors and optional RTX 50-series graphics. Continue reading...

DirecTV Has a New Streaming Package Perfect for Kids

Earlier this year, DirecTV announced a slew of genre packs for its streaming platform, and now it's getting even better. Just in time for summer, today DirecTV unveiled an affordable new "MyKids" streaming package for only $20 a month. Cord-cutters looking for a family-friendly solution now have one more option worth exploring. Continue reading...

PNG Images Now Officially Support These Improvements

We've all used PNG images vigorously for years—it's one of the most widely used image standards out there, and it's been around for decades. The PNG standard got an update to keep up with current times, and it supports a range of modern features now. Continue reading...

The New Insta360 Phone Gimbal Won't Break the Bank

Insta360 has revealed the Flow 2, the company's latest gimbal for smartphone video recordings. It's a selfie stick, gimbal, and battery bank all in one, and it has a lower price than the Flow 2 Pro. Continue reading...

Proton Pass Is Not Just For Passwords Anymore

Most people only use password managers for managing passwords and passkeys, but the possibilities are endless. Some password manager apps have branched out and become more useful in the process. And now, Proton Pass is going the same route as well. Continue reading...

Google Will Let You Use Gemini Without Recording Your Activity

You probably already know that voice assistants are quietly recording everything we say to them. However, Google's Gemini app is getting a privacy tweak that you’ll want to know about—and it’s not bad news. Continue reading...

Sony Linkbuds Fit Are Getting a Sweet Color Update

The Sony LinkBuds Fit, released back in October, are now getting a fresh update with a brand-new pink color option. If you want new wireless earbuds in a fun pink color, now's your chance. Continue reading...

Dune: Awakening Tackles a PvP Problem MMO Fans Know Too Well

Dune: Awakening, the open-world survival MMORPG set in the iconic Dune universe and developed by Funcom, is doing numbers for the studio. Since its release on June 10, it's welcomed over one million players to Arrakis, and already ranks as Funcom's fastest-selling game ever. While the response has been largely positive, it isn't without flaws. Continue reading...

Automakers Are Backing Out of Apple's New CarPlay Push

The Google/Apple fight is also moving to cars. And while we don't have a clear winner yet, despite Apple having a few car makers lined up for CarPlay Ultra, it seems these car makers have begun backing out. For once, it might not be Apple's fault. Continue reading...

Samsung's New Smart Monitor Has a 4K QD-OLED Screen

Samsung’s smart monitors combine the software of a smart TV with the design of a desktop monitor, and now there’s a pile of new models. Samsung has revealed updated versions of the Smart Monitor M8 and M7, as well as an all-new M9 monitor with a QD-OLED panel. Continue reading...

Your Ring Camera Alerts Are About to Be Way Better

Do you love your Ring doorbell and outdoor security cameras but wish the notifications or alerts were better? The latest update makes it so that your Ring camera can actually tell you what's happening outside instead of only saying, "motion detected in the driveway." Continue reading...

Proton Mail Has a New Way to Clean Up Your Inbox

If you're a fan of the popular Proton Mail app but wish it were easier to clean up and manage your inbox, we have good news. This week, the Swiss company detailed some big changes coming to Proton Mail, including an all-new Newsletter view to help you take back control of that digital landfill. Continue reading...

Windows 10's Free Extended Support Will Make You Use OneDrive

It's a known fact that Microsoft is really into shoving its services down people's throats. I haven't seen attempts at doing so that are as blatant as this one, though. Microsoft will, after all, allow you to continue updating Windows 10 past its EOD date, if you agree to do a little something. Continue reading...

Apple Sent Everyone a Spam Notification About the F1 Movie

iPhone users are getting unexpected push notifications from the Wallet app promoting Apple’s new movie, F1: The Movie. These ads, which offered a limited-time Fandango discount for two tickets, don't really have any good reason to be pushed to you. Continue reading...

The Google Phone App Is Getting Two New Features You’ll Love

Last month, it was discovered that Google was working on some big changes for the Phone app. Now that Android 16 is available, we're getting our first look at what those changes look like—and I'm very excited about it. Continue reading...

Windows Recall Is Getting Its First Major Update

Windows Recall, a "privacy-focused" AI tool for Copilot+ PCs designed to make it easier to retrace your digital steps if you forgot what you did the day before, is going to receive a major update: a homepage. Continue reading...

Xfinity Mobile Is Getting a Network Upgrade

Xfinity Mobile, Comcast Business Mobile, and NOW Mobile customers are being moved to premium data plans that use Quality of Service Class Identifier (QCI) 8. This upgrade will give users a better experience when connected to the cellular network, with faster speeds and less delay. Continue reading...

Your Nintendo Switch 2 Isn’t Lagging, It's Just the Screen

The Nintendo Switch 2 has arrived with noticeable improvements in its hardware, but you probably notice that your screen isn't as good as the original. You're not alone, and it's because Nintendo's newest console isn't beating the original in some screen tests. Continue reading...

NVIDIA's New RTX 5050 Is Actually Affordable

The huge, high-end graphics cards that cost over a thousand bucks are always cool to look at and play with, but the truth is that most gamers won't spend nearly this much for one. For everyone else, though, NVIDIA has just launched the RTX 5050 graphics card, with a reduced price tag. Continue reading...

Google Is Taking on Pinterest With a New Personalized Image Feed

You might turn to Google Images to find inspiration for a hobby or interest, but the standard experience isn’t the best when you don’t have a specific search in mind. In an attempt to make Image Search better for these situations, Google is preparing a new Pinterest-like "Images" tab. Continue reading...

Chrome for Android Is Getting Way More Comfortable

For years, the address bar in vanilla Google Chrome has stayed in the exact same place—at the top of your screen. For some, this isn't ideal. And because of this, Chrome is finally getting one of its most widely requested quality-of-life improvements to date. Continue reading...

Firefox 140 Arrives With Much-Needed Search Engine Overhaul

Mozilla rolls out a new version of Firefox roughly every four weeks, packed with new features, improvements, and the usual assortment of bug fixes. Firefox 140 has now arrived with improvements to custom search engines, vertical tabs, and more. Continue reading...

Netflix Is Scaling Back Its Game Selection

Most of us use Netflix as a streaming platform, but it's a general entertainment platform that, as a matter of fact, also has some games in there as well. Now, Netflix is scaling back its game selection—maybe because of licensing issues, or maybe a warning sign of a bigger issue. Continue reading...

TP-Link Has Impressive New Tapo Indoor and Outdoor Cameras

TP-Link is expanding its Tapo smart home security lineup with new 4K and HybridCam series, offering advanced features like solar power, 360-degree tracking, and on-device AI. They're definitely worth considering if you need new cameras around your home. Continue reading...

Get a $50 Credit When You Reserve a Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 or Z Flip 7

Summer is heating up, and so is the foldable phone market. Samsung is gearing up to unveil its next generation of Galaxy Z Fold and Z Flip devices, and if you've been eyeing a foldable, you’re about to have some new options to consider. Continue reading...

Hue’s Updated Smart Button Is Bigger in Size and Price

Hue’s smart lighting ecosystem just got a little bigger, in a couple of different ways. The company known for its wide array of smart lights and switches has unveiled a refreshed version of its Smart Button, but it comes at a price. Continue reading...

This Chromebook Doesn't Have an Intel or AMD CPU

You'd think they'd be more common, but Chromebooks running ARM chips are a relatively rare sight. When we do get one, it's noteworthy. On that same vein, we have a new ARM Chromebook, and it's pretty nice. Continue reading...

Microsoft's 'Mu' Will Power More Windows 11 Improvements

Large language models (LLMs) are the talk of the town, but small language models are also important for certain tasks, especially on power-limited devices like phones and laptops. Microsoft just revealed its new Mu language model, and it’s already powering some Windows 11 features. Continue reading...

MSI's Toy Story PC Is a Nostalgic Treat

MSI has announced a new PC design inspired by Pixar's beloved Toy Story series. This isn't just a sticker on a shell; it's a limited edition hardware design that reminds you of Buzz, Woody, and many toys from the movie. Continue reading...

Steam and Battle.net Are Now in the Xbox App

Microsoft has started testing a new combined game library in the Xbox PC app. This new feature lets users open games from different PC stores, like Steam and Battle.net, directly from the Xbox app. This is a big step toward making the Xbox app the central place for all PC gaming. Continue reading...

OpenAI's Hardware Plans With Jony Ive Just Hit a Legal Wall

We recently learned that not only was OpenAI venturing into hardware, but it was doing so in hand with Jony Ive, famously a former Apple lead designer behind several of the company's products over the past two decades. The hardware is still coming, but it's running into some roadblocks. Continue reading...

Another Day, Another Six Recalls for Ford

Recalls aren’t uncommon in the car world — they happen, and most of the time, it’s no big deal. But when a company drops six in one go, covering more than half a million vehicles, it’s hard not to raise an eyebrow. Continue reading...

Windows 11 Is Getting a New Customization Option

After years of Windows 11 being the most inflexible thing since DOS as far as customization goes, this seems to be a priority in Microsoft agenda with the upcoming Windows 11 25H2 update. Complaining works. Now, it's getting even more customizable. Continue reading...

The Other Stuff

Unihertz just released the Titan 2 on Kickstarter as the company’s latest physical keyboard smartphone. It takes some inspiration from phones like the BlackBerry Bold, but with modern hardware and an Android 15 operating system. Unihertz already surpassed its crowdfunding goal with over $1 million, but you can still back the project to reserve a Titan 2 at a lower price.

Apple also released the second public beta of its upcoming yearly software updates, including iOS 26, macOS 26, and iPadOS 26. They fixed some of the design complaints from the first beta release, like the Finder icon downgrade and poor visibility in the iPhone/iPad Control Center. The final releases should be ready in a few months.