Gadgets

Apple’s latest iPad Pro is widely expected to be unveiled at a press event in Brooklyn on Tuesday, October 30. While there have been rumors that the company’s long-running tablet line will get a new look, not much has been said in terms of design, aside from the expectation that this year’s devices will have […]

There may be a lot of debate between Samsung Galaxy, Google Pixel, and Apple iPhone users about which device is the most elite, but since the release of the 2017 model iPad Pro, Apple has been all but declared king of the tablet world. Websites like TechRadar mark the iPad Pro as the single best […]

The iPhone XR may not have some of the same high-end specs that the iPhone XS and XS Max have, but the results of a recent battery life test suggest that the most affordable new iPhone lasts longer than its two higher-end counterparts from Apple, as well as Google’s recently released flagship phone, the Pixel […]

Italy’s anti-trust watchdog revealed on Wednesday that it will fine Apple Inc. and Samsung Electronics Co Ltd. 5 million euros, or about $5.7 million, each over complaints that the two mobile phone makers used software updates to slow down their devices, Reuters reported. Cupertino-based Apple was also hit with an additional fine of 5 million […]

For the past few months, reports have suggested that the Samsung Galaxy S10 would come with an in-screen fingerprint reader as one of its primary selling features. The latest from the Samsung rumor mill, however, hints at something even more impressive — a setup where not just the fingerprint reader, but also the device’s buttons, […]

While it may seem like a good thing that the iPhone XR will likely be shipping on time, a new report suggests that this could be bad news for Apple, as consumer appetite for the new budget-priced iPhone might not be as strong as expected. As explained by Phone Arena, it isn’t unusual for estimated […]

The Google Pixel 3 and Pixel 3 XL were released in the U.S. on Thursday, and in the two days since then, more and more users have been registering complaints about the device, including several who claim that the device has a hard time running multiple apps at the same time. According to a report […]

Less than a month after Apple’s 2018 announcement of the iPhone XS, iPhone XS Max, and iPhone XR, rumors regarding the company’s next major iPhone release are already swirling in the world of technology. Reports from MacRumors say popular Apple analyst Ming-Chi Kuo, whose previous predictions of Apple’s upcoming devices have often turned out to […]

Last year’s iPhone X made quite a lot of noise for its notch, a design feature at the top portion of the screen that had since been adopted by other smartphone manufacturers. As seen in the Galaxy S9 and Galaxy Note 9, Samsung has chosen to be an outlier by not including the feature in […]

For the past several months, rumors have been swirling about Samsung’s upcoming foldable phone, the so-called Galaxy X. Previous reports had indicated that the device might be sold in limited numbers at an ultra-premium price point, and hinted at some possible dimensions for the phone’s screen size. While Samsung has yet to confirm this information, […]

Over the past few years, Apple has been trying to eliminate the traditional USB-A ports on its devices, starting with its line of laptops. The company’s latest MacBook and MacBook Pros are both equipped with USB-C ports only, which allow for both charging and data transfer. The decision to remove traditional USB ports means the […]

Russian luxury case company Caviar, known for creating extravagant and flamboyant replacement casings for Apple’s iPhone, has launched its latest custom creation. The company on Wednesday announced its specially customized iPhone XS models that come with a built-in mechanical skeleton watch. The Grand Complications Skeleton collection features iPhone XS and XS Max models in pink […]

A new Amazon Alexa update means that the virtual assistant will now whisper back to you if you whisper commands. Users can enable the “whisper mode” feature by saying to Alexa, “Turn on Whisper Mode,” according to Fortune. Some of the applications for the Whisper Mode might include times when you need to be quiet, […]

After Apple unveiled its new iPhones, Apple Watch, and software updates in September, many were left wanting more and rumors of a second event began to circulate. Most years, technology enthusiasts can expect at least one special event from Apple, which is usually the company’s iPhone announcements held in September. However, some years, the company […]

Samsung released the first software update for its Galaxy Watch more than a month ago. It did not take long before the company pushed the second update. According to GSM Arena, Samsung rolled out the new software update for the Galaxy Watch on Wednesday, Oct. 17, which requires a 28MB download. Users can grab the […]

Apple on Wednesday launched a new tool that allows users in the United States and several other countries to download, change, or delete all their data that it has collected. The Cupertino-based technology company updated its privacy page with the tool, which was rolled out earlier this year for users in the European Union in […]

On Tuesday, Huawei took the wraps off its Mate 20 line of smartphones, and while the Mate 20 and Mate 20 Pro have drawn the most attention, the Chinese company also debuted a super-premium offering for those willing to shell out close to $2,000 for a new handset: the Porsche Design Mate 20 RS. According […]

When Apple launched the iPhone XS, XS Max, and XR last month, the devices were seen by many as part of an upgrade year where the devices would come with smaller evolutionary changes rather than game-changing new features or specification upgrades. While it’s still possible that Apple has something big in store for its 2019 […]

New Samsung Galaxy Watch owners are complaining of skin blisters, rashes, and other irritations appearing on their skin in the official Samsung forums. Pictures show clearly inflamed skin and bumps. Some users have reported seeing a red outline appear on their skin, exactly where they wear the watch. “The rash area is sore…it looks like […]

Rumors had previously suggested that the Samsung Galaxy S10 will be announced in four versions, including one that supports 5G connectivity. However, a newly spotted certification suggests that Samsung’s next flagship phone will only have three variants upon launch, possibly in an attempt to directly compete with Apple’s iPhone XS, XS Max, and XR. According […]

A new series of leaks from China’s Weibo microblogging platform suggests that Samsung’s upcoming midrange phone, the Galaxy A6s, will be offered in at least four bright colors when it gets released within the coming months. On Friday, a number of photos made the rounds on Weibo, purportedly revealing four of the expected color options […]

When Apple launched the iPhone XS and iPhone XS Max last month, both devices were introduced with larger batteries, as well as a new A12 Bionic chip, which Apple claimed would bring about improvements in battery life, among other benefits. However, a recent comparison test against the Samsung Galaxy Note 9 suggests that Apple’s larger […]

Apple recently released an update to the new iOS, v. 12.0.1, which fixed problems with charging that iPhone XS users have been reporting. However, there are still problems lingering with Apple’s newest phone. One of those problems is pretty huge; iPhones are having trouble making and receiving calls. The iOS release did not fix this […]

Instagram has developed a “machine learning” (or Artificial Intelligence or, more colloquially, AI) algorithm to detect and filter out bullying via photos on its platform, Tech Crunch is reporting. Like all social media platforms, Instagram has a legitimate interest in curtailing bullying. Weeding out bullies, and their comments, makes the experience better for all users; […]

Google is expected to unveil its Pixel 3 XL at an event in New York on Tuesday, but some people apparently do not have to wait for the official launch of the device as it is now available for sale at least in one retailer shop in Hong Kong. According to Richard Lai of Engadget, […]

Microsoft’s highly-anticipated portable PC, the Surface phone — codenamed Andromeda — has remained elusive for the past few years. Rumors about the device have been proliferate, but whenever it seemed like Microsoft was at the cusp of unveiling the device, the Redmond-based tech giant has abruptly decided to delay its release. Thus, the Surface phone […]

The MacBook Air is one resilient laptop. For a while now, Apple seemed to be intent on retiring the aging notebook. The device has not been improved that much either, as it still carries the same body that it debuted when Steve Jobs unveiled it as a revamped laptop during his final years with Apple. […]

For the past few years, Apple’s notebooks and desktop computers have become more and more difficult to repair. Gone are the days of the early-2010-era MacBook Pros, which could be upgraded and fixed even by knowledgeable owners. Now, it seems like Apple is preparing to roll out a system that would allow even fewer people […]

When Apple unveiled the iPhone XS, the company’s execs made it a point to assert that the capabilities of the device’s cameras are above and beyond its predecessors. Recently, however, some users of the iPhone XS started noticing that their new smartphones seemed to be applying a filter on their selfies, making their skin appear […]

While it isn’t clear yet how Samsung specifically plans to apply such technology to the Galaxy S10, new reports suggest that the company is working on a neural processing unit (NPU) for its next Exynos chipset. This is a development that reportedly could lead to the introduction of new artificial intelligence features on the upcoming […]

Recently, there was a leak revealing more information about the Google Pixel Slate. As more details come out, it is becoming somewhat clear that the Google Pixel Slate will take on the Apple iPad Pro. According to 9 to 5, images of the Google Pixel Slate were leaked, giving the public a much clearer picture […]

The recent release of the iPhone XS and XS Max hasn’t been perfect, as reports have recently hinted at a widespread bug that makes it difficult for users to charge their devices, while other users have also complained about overly polished selfies due to a “skin smoothing” or “beauty” effect. However, not all recent reports […]

The iPhone XS and XS Max have been out in stores for over a week now, and while most reviews focused mainly on the basic user experience, AnandTech on Friday published a “deep dive” review of Apple’s new flagship phones, which included an attempt to gauge the technical superiority of the company’s new A12 Bionic […]

There are a lot of problems with the iPhone XS and XS Max, but there are some little things you can do until Apple comes up with a more permanent solution to issues like chargegate, beautygate, and all the rest. Are you a victim of chargegate? You’re not alone. Social media and Apple’s support forums […]

Samsung’s upcoming foldable phone, which has alternately been referred to by media as the Galaxy X and Galaxy F, might not be out until the next few months, and there’s also a chance it might only be offered in limited quantities once it gets released. Details on the device’s fundamental specifications are still scant at […]

Since its launch, Apple’s iPhone has been touted as one of the most secure devices on the market, so eyebrows are always raised when it’s shown how easily hackable the phone has been just after the release of the latest version of iOS, according to reports from Mashable. A YouTube video released in the past […]

It’s hard to imagine how an app designed to give you simple travel directions can be improved in any appreciable way. But the people at Google have been hard at work doing so, and have announced new changes for the Maps app that will greatly benefit users. The changes will help individuals who are regular […]

Many new iPhone XS users are complaining that their $1,000 smartphone only charges when the phone is not in sleep mode. The scandal has been dubbed “Chargegate”, and it’s got lots of Apple users pretty charged up. Apple has maintained its silence on the issue, as the company remained tacit last week when users took […]

While smartphone software updates are always intended to bring improvements and positive changes, there are times when these patches create more problems than they solve. According to reports, that appears to be the case with iOS 12. Amongst all of the issues that supposedly cropped up after the software rolled out, one of them affects […]

Microsoft will be holding its latest Surface hardware launch event on Tuesday, October 2, where the company is expected to unveil a new Surface Pro and Surface Laptop. However, reports suggest that the two new products won’t be coming with any so-called “killer features” that could set them apart from the competition, but rather a […]

Apple has unveiled its iPhone line for 2018, and all models are quite impressive. While sales of the two more expensive handsets — the iPhone XS and the iPhone XS Max — are reportedly encouraging, the iPhone XR, Apple’s “entry-level” iPhone, could very well prove to be the device that pushes Apple’s revenue forward in […]

Samsung might have developed a reputation for copying Apple’s design in the past, but in recent years, the South Korean tech giant has started adopting its own, distinct design that arguably rivals — and even exceeds — that of the Apple’s iPhone. This trend began with the Galaxy S6 and its curved edges, and was […]

Google is set to officially reveal its new devices and hardware upgrades during its annual fall hardware event on Oct. 9. It appears though that one of the upgrades has already been leaked ahead of schedule. Reddit user GroveStreetHomie claimed that he managed to buy an unreleased third-generation Chromecast at a Best Buy that accidentally […]

Aside from the current issue plaguing several iPhone XS and XS Max users, preventing them from properly charging their phones, users of Apple’s new flagship devices are reportedly dealing with an issue that has been dubbed “Beautygate.” While the iPhone XS’s cameras have been described as an improvement over those on last year’s iPhone X, […]

Traditionally, smartphone manufacturers initially launch their new devices with standard colors, before announcing different color variants a few months into the phones’ production runs. Samsung appears to have taken the opposite route with the Galaxy Note 9, as the South Korean company announced the new phablet in August with two rather unusual color choices — […]

A recent research note from a Chinese investment company suggests that future versions of the iPhone might come with a new form of front camera technology that makes the lenses appear invisible. Citing a note from GF Securities analyst Jeff Pu, MacRumors reports that Largan Precision, a company that supplies Apple with camera lenses for […]

If you need to charge your iPhone XS, make sure you have a good window of time. According to a new report from Forbes, it’ll take more than three hours for the XS to go from zero to fully charged. “This is borderline criminal compared to most Androids whose fast chargers come in the box […]

YouTube has extended its support for high dynamic range (HDR) videos to Apple’s latest flagship phones. The video-sharing service has now made it possible for users to watch videos in HDR quality on their iPhone Xs and iPhone Xs Max. Apple released the new phones on Friday, but users have eventually noticed that unlike the […]

Apple isn’t responding to requests for comment about the complaint new iPhone XS and XS Max users have: bad WiFi and poor phone signals. New XS users are all over Twitter sharing comments about their problems — when their signal is good enough to connect to Twitter, that is. According to Business Insider, the poor […]

There was once a time when Apple’s tablet business seemed like it would become one of the company’s biggest sources of revenue. Back in 2012, market research firm IDC predicted that tablet shipments around the globe would likely grow by 174.5 percent by 2017 from its levels that year. Such a prediction, unfortunately, didn’t come […]