Samsung is gearing up to roll out the One UI 8 to all its smartphones and tablets, but depending on which model and region, the Android 16 update may take months to arrive on your Galaxy phone. For now, though, your Samsung phone needs immediate attention to stay protected from malicious actors. Samsung has issued a security update that you …
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Apple releases macOS Tahoe 26 with more powerful Spotlight search and its own Phone app
macOS Tahoe 26 is now available to everyone using compatible MacBooks and Mac desktops. It was first announced last June at WWDC 25 and made available for testing through developer and public betas released over the past three months. This will be the last major macOS update for older Intel-based Macs – specifically those featuring Apple’s T2 Security Chip. The …
Read More »macOS Tahoe Now Available With Liquid Glass Design, Phone App, Spotlight Actions and More
Apple today released macOS Tahoe 26, the newest version of the macOS operating system designed to run on the Mac. macOS Tahoe is a free update that can be downloaded today on compatible Macs. macOS Tahoe can run on all Apple silicon Macs, as well as the 2019 16-inch MacBook Pro, the 2020 13-inch MacBook Pro, the 2020 and later …
Read More »Samsung warns phone owners about major security issue: “Update your Galaxy phone ASAP”
Samsung says that the flaw has been exploited in the wild The flaw has a severity rating of critical and was reported by messaging app WhatsApp. It is unknown whether the security issue is limited to WhatsApp or affects other messaging platforms. With 3 billion monthly active users, this vulnerability has a large pool of potential victims. The flaw in CVE-2025-21043 …
Read More »New Breakthrough Could Bring Holograms to Your Phone
Scientists at the University of St Andrews have unveiled a breakthrough that could change the future of holographic displays. Credit: Shutterstock Researchers combined OLEDs with metasurfaces to project holograms. The method enables simpler, cheaper, and smaller displays. New research from the University of St Andrews is advancing holographic technology, with potential applications in smart devices, communication, gaming, and entertainment. In …
Read More »Using your phone on the toilet? 7 health conditions that tell you why it’s a bad idea
These days, scrolling through your phone while sitting on the toilet has become a nearly universal habit. Whether you’re catching up on messages, watching videos, reading the news, or just passing the time, the bathroom ritual often doubles as a digital break, as the toilet becomes a mini escape from the world. On the surface, it feels harmless – a …
Read More »Phone batteries are getting more compact, but the US is missing out
This is The Stepback, a weekly newsletter breaking down one essential story from the tech world. For more on phones and other tech outside the US, follow Dominic Preston. The Stepback arrives in our subscribers’ inboxes at 8AM ET. Opt in for The Stepback here. Smartphone batteries are bigger than ever, while the phones themselves are shrinking. But whether you’re …
Read More »iPhone 17 preorders are open: Here’s where you can find free phone deals
New to Apple’s most powerful smartwatch is satellite connectivity for emergency messages, pings, and Find My syncing. The Watch Ultra 3 can last up to 42 hours, the longest rating of any Apple Watch. On the other hand, Apple’s more affordable smartwatch option gets the upgraded S10 chip, the Always On display for the first time, and gesture support like …
Read More »Sony’s new Xperia phone jumps on the camera bar bandwagon
Sony has announced the Xperia 10 VII, a midrange Android phone that’s launching in the UK, Europe, and Asia, though not the US. It’s more notable than most Sony phones because it marks the first major change to the rear design in over five years: a camera bar, just like recent Pixels, and now even iPhones. The Xperia Android line …
Read More »Qualcomm brings cooler charging to the phone you already own
It’s been a while since Qualcomm launched an upgrade for Quick Charge, but ahead of the company’s annual Snapdragon refresh, it’s back with some big changes for its proprietary charging standard. First, some context. Qualcomm launched Quick Charge 5 back in 2020, bundling in support for 100W+ charging and support for powering up a 4,500mAh battery from 0% to 50% …
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