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Apple's next iPhone generation is bringing some serious selfie game to the table. The iPhone 17 series is reportedly jumping from the current 12MP front cameras to a robust 24MP sensor across all four models. But here's where it gets interesting: this isn't just about cramming more pixels into your selfies. The enhanced sensor, combined with what appears to be a 6P lens design, could change how we capture group photos and video calls, no awkward phone flipping required.

When Apple discontinued the MagSafe battery pack back in 2022, many of us thought it was gone for good. After all, it wasn't exactly flying off the shelves, and Apple seemed to be moving on to other accessories. But here's the thing, sometimes a product fails not because it's a bad idea, but because the timing isn't quite right.

Apple's been teasing us with Center Stage on iPads for years, and now it's finally making the leap to where we actually need it most, our iPhones. The iPhone 17 introduces a new 18-megapixel Center Stage front camera, which sports a sensor that's twice the size of the one in the previous iPhone. But here's what makes this particularly exciting: Apple didn't just port over the iPad feature and call it a day. It reimagined how a smartphone camera sensor should work.

When we talk about major operating system updates that truly redefine a platform, visionOS 26 stands out as something genuinely special. After three months of beta testing, Apple has officially announced that visionOS 26 will be available from September 15, bringing the most significant update yet to the Vision Pro platform. This is not just another incremental upgrade. It reimagines spatial computing and how we interact with digital content in our physical world.

Apple's latest AirPods Pro 3 announcement has tech enthusiasts buzzing, and for good reason. Apple brings real-time, in-ear translation to AirPods Pro 3, a leap forward in how we communicate across language barriers. This isn't just another incremental upgrade. It is a glimpse of a future where language differences fade into the background. Apple Intelligence parses what someone nearby says and plays the translation back in your preferred language, so you can order coffee in Paris or ask...

Reviewed by Julianne Ngirngir

Apple's latest Ultra 3 represents the biggest leap forward for the company's premium smartwatch line since the original Ultra launched. The numbers tell a compelling story: 42 hours of battery life and satellite connectivity that transforms this from just another wearable into a genuine wilderness companion. After years of incremental updates that left outdoor enthusiasts struggling with dead batteries on multi-day trips and zero connectivity in remote areas, Apple has finally delivered what...

Reviewed by Corey Noles

Reviewed by Julianne Ngirngir

Apple's OLED MacBook Pro is officially on track for late 2026, and this is not just another incremental upgrade. It is shaping up to be the most significant MacBook redesign we've seen in years. Samsung Display is once again rumored to be the supplier and will allegedly start production in the middle of 2026. The Korean tech giant has already begun producing prototype OLED panels specifically designed for Apple's upcoming premium laptop. The kicker, Samsung has invested approximately $3.1...

When your smartphone screen feels more like looking at printed paper than a glowing display, you know something revolutionary is happening. The TCL NXTPAPER 60 Ultra represents the first smartphone equipped with the latest version of NXTPAPER technology, and early reviews suggest it just might be a favorite smartphone display of all time. With NXTPAPER 4.0 featuring a redesigned substrate and nano-matrix lithography application to enhance brightness and color accuracy, this is not just another...

The tech world is buzzing about a seismic shift that could reshape how we work. Microsoft is preparing to require employees near its Redmond headquarters to work from the office at least three days a week starting January 2025, a sharp pivot from the pandemic-era flexibility that defined remote culture. This is not just another corporate policy update. It is a strategic move that shows how even the most successful tech companies are rethinking where innovation and collaboration happen.

Firefox just dropped something that caught everyone off guard, a feature that lets you literally shake your iPhone to get an AI summary of whatever webpage you're reading. Yes, you read that right. Shake your phone, get a summary. Firefox for iOS 26 introduces this "Shake to Summarize" feature, and it's rolling out this week for English-language users in the U.S.

Google's latest Gemini update is shaping up to be more than just another incremental improvement. Android Authority recently discovered that Google has been testing visual changes to Gemini's home screen for the past few months, and now we're getting our clearest look yet at what's coming. The company has begun testing it with a small set of users on the latest beta version of the Google app, and Google appears to be moving forward with this interface, testing it on devices without internal...

The iPhone 17 launch event has finally arrived. It lands at a pivotal moment, with Apple in an increasingly awkward spot. The tech world expected revolutionary AI that would change how we use our devices. Reality, so far, has not matched those bold promises. That gap, hype versus delivery, is the credibility test Apple has to pass on stage today.

Reviewed by Corey Noles

Reviewed by Corey Noles

Reviewed by Julianne Ngirngir

Apple's iPhone 17 lineup is being talked about as a true course correction, the comprehensive upgrade many felt the iPhone 16 missed. With Apple's event just days away on September 9, the leaked details point to a family of phones that narrows the gap between standard and Pro models while introducing features that actually feel new.

When you are shopping for a smartwatch, one question keeps nagging: how long will this thing stay current? With the Google Pixel Watch 4 on the horizon, here is what to expect from Google’s software support, and why it matters more than you might think. Spoiler, it matters.

Tetris on an iPod? Pac-Man? Sonic the Hedgehog? It sounds odd now, but in 2006 it felt like the future. Apple partnered with major gaming companies like Sega and EA to ship something new and slightly wild, 54 clickwheel games built for that circular controller we all spun through our music libraries.

When you're dropping nearly $1,800 on Google's latest foldable device, the burning question is not just about specs or camera quality, it is about longevity. How long will the Pixel 10 Pro Fold actually receive software support? For foldables that cost this much, knowing Google's update commitment is part of the purchase decision, not a footnote.

When you've been using Android for over a decade, you form attachments to the apps that shape your daily routine. Nova Launcher was one of those apps for millions, the customization powerhouse that made Android feel truly yours. After more than 13 years of steady innovation and polish, that chapter has closed.

Reviewed by Julianne Ngirngir

So you’ve just picked up Google’s latest flagship phone and now you’re wondering how to protect your investment? Smart thinking. The Pixel 10 Pro and 10 Pro XL tick a lot of the boxes you’d expect from any top-end phone in 2025, but even premium devices need proper protection. With both models sharing the same Tensor G5 chip and 16GB of RAM, this is money worth safeguarding, especially since that flagship-tier performance deserves protection that can keep up.

Today marks exactly 10 years since Apple first introduced the iPad Pro on September 9, 2015, and the timing couldn't be more perfect for what many are calling the most significant iPad announcement in years. Apple's "Awe Dropping" event lands alongside reliable leakers sharing model numbers for both 11-inch and 13-inch M5 iPad Pro variants in Wi-Fi and cellular configurations, all pointing to a launch that could fundamentally redefine professional tablet computing.

So you’ve heard about Google’s latest flagship and its promise of an impressive display experience, but the real question is: does the Pixel 10 Pro actually live up to its user-friendly claims? The phone packs a 6.3-inch screen delivering 2,856 by 1,280 pixels resolution, with peak brightness soaring up to 3,300 nits. At 495 pixels per inch, it is technically the sharpest display in the entire Pixel 10 lineup. What matters, though, is how those specs feel in your hand, on a bright sidewalk, or...

Samsung just dropped the Galaxy Tab S11 series at its latest Unpacked event, and while the new tablets bring some welcome refinements, they might not be the game-changing upgrade everyone hoped for. The Tab S11 and S11 Ultra add an improved S Pen and a slimmer, more compact design. Look closer and you may find there is not enough here to justify spending at least $800 just a year after buying a Tab S10. Here is why the Galaxy Tab S9 might actually be the smarter buy right now.

Apple Calendar spam is experiencing a dangerous evolution that demands immediate attention from every iPhone, iPad, and Mac user. What we are witnessing is not just another wave of annoying notifications. It is a sophisticated abuse of Apple’s own trusted infrastructure that is slipping past traditional defenses with alarming success. Calendar invites, not just sketchy emails.

Apple's latest AirPods Pro have been the gold standard for wireless earbuds since 2022, and the rumor mill is buzzing with news that could change everything. Ming-Chi Kuo, one of Apple's most reliable analysts, recently dropped fresh intel about the AirPods Pro 3 timeline that has tech fans rethinking their upgrade plans. Apple is expected to launch AirPods Pro 3 in 2H25, and here is the twist, Kuo now believes that the 2026 update will be a more substantial update than the 2025 version.

Apple's about to make its biggest battery leap in iPhone history, and the numbers are genuinely impressive. The iPhone 17 Pro Max will see an iPhone break the 5000mAH barrier for the first time, topping out at 5088 mAH, which puts it squarely in flagship Android territory. And here is the kicker: the 5088 number is in the ballpark of high-end Android phones, but iPhones generally run much more efficiently as well. Big cell, bigger payoff.

Apple's upcoming AirPods Pro 3 launch is generating serious buzz in the tech world, and for good reason. We're looking at what could be the most ambitious AirPods release yet, and here's the thing that really catches my attention: Apple isn't just planning one new model, they're reportedly working on two distinct versions of their flagship earbuds. That is a real shift in product strategy, one that could reshape how we think about premium wireless audio.

Reviewed by Corey Noles

Samsung's aggressive push toward the One UI 8 stable release is picking up serious momentum, and it feels like a shift in how the company handles big software drops. After months of beta testing that started back in May, the pieces are finally falling into place for what could be Samsung's most polished update in years.

When Apple launched Apple TV+ in 2019, the tech giant entered Hollywood with a bold promise: quality over quantity. Netflix went wide, Disney went nostalgic, Apple took a different approach, creating the content that traditional Hollywood would not dare touch. By 2025, the bet is reshaping the landscape. Apple's services business brought in nearly $100 billion in sales last year, and Apple TV+ is the proof point that less can hit harder.

Apple's iPhone 17 Pro lineup is making headlines for the wrong reasons, at least if you're a titanium fan. Reports suggest Apple will drop titanium from the iPhone 17 Pro and Pro Max in favor of aluminum, a surprising reversal just two years after Apple debuted titanium with the iPhone 15 Pro. It might sound like a step backward. The engineering case says otherwise, and it could improve your day to day iPhone experience.

Google's decision to roll out its Gemini AI chatbot to children under 13 has lit up the tech community. The assistant is arriving through Family Link accounts, and it is "on" by default. Parents must actively turn it off to restrict access. Google says children's data will not be used to train the AI, yet experts are raising serious red flags about the rollout.

iOS 26 is bringing some seriously impressive battery improvements to your iPhone, and honestly, it is about time. After years of watching our phones drain faster than we would like, Apple has finally rolled out features that actually make a difference. CNET reports that the new Adaptive Power feature acts like "the scalpel that intelligently trims energy savings here and there as needed," while beta testing shows that battery life seems more consistent and background tasks now use less energy....

Apple's making waves again with the iPhone 17 Pro. Not by adding premium materials, by taking them away. The iPhone 17 Pro will drop titanium for aluminum, a surprising shift just two years after Apple introduced titanium to its flagship lineup. Apple is shifting away from titanium in favor of aluminum for the Pro models, a pivot aimed at better thermal performance and smoother manufacturing.

Reviewed by Corey Noles