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Samsung unveils Galaxy Z Fold 8 with 5,000 mAh battery and 45W fast charging
Samsung announced the Galaxy Z Fold 8, emphasizing durability and battery life over a major redesign. The device features a dual‑layer ultra‑thin glass display, a 5,000 mAh battery with 45 W fast charging, a Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 processor, up to 16 GB RAM, 1 TB storage, and a 200 MP main camera.
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DietPi released version 10.2, adding Immich—a self‑hosted Google Photos alternative—as an optional package for 64‑bit x86 and ARMv8 devices. The update also includes a separate machine‑learning server for facial recognition, which can run on a different Raspberry Pi to preserve resources. Additional new packages are the fast Python manager uv and the RustDesk remote‑desktop client, while utilities like DietPi‑Config and DietPi‑Benchmark received enhancements. The release broadens DietPi’s appeal for low‑effort home‑server projects on single‑board computers.
Apple’s Back Tap, introduced in iOS 14, lets iPhone 8 and newer users trigger actions by double‑ or triple‑tapping the back of the device. The feature is fully customizable, allowing shortcuts, system controls, accessibility tools, or third‑party apps to be launched with...
Nvidia announced that the GTX 1060, 750 Ti, 970, 980 Ti and 1080 Ti have been moved to legacy status, ending regular Game Ready driver updates after October 2025. The cards will receive only quarterly security patches through October 2028, signaling that Nvidia will no longer...
Building a fully offline Home Assistant smart home can be done on a budget by repurposing a used PC for $50‑$60 or opting for the Home Assistant Green hub. A Raspberry Pi 5 offers a plug‑and‑play alternative at about $125,...
Android Auto can become cumbersome on long trips, but five simple settings can eliminate the most common annoyances. Users can mute group‑chat notifications, lock a preferred navigation app such as Waze, force Day mode to stop auto‑brightness and night‑mode flickers,...
Razer is offering its Huntsman Mini 60% mechanical keyboard at $79.99 and the Naga V2 HyperSpeed MMO mouse at $64.99, representing discounts of roughly 38% and 35% respectively. Both products arrive as World of Warcraft: Midnight launches its first season,...
Apple announced that its Worldwide Developers Conference will run June 8‑12, with CEO Tim Cook delivering the keynote at 1 p.m. Eastern Time. The event will be streamed for free via the Apple Developer app, website and YouTube, while a limited in‑person...
PDP's Riffmaster wireless guitar controller, originally priced at $129.99 and later $149.99, is now on sale for $99.99 across major retailers. The discount applies to Xbox, PlayStation, Nintendo Switch, and Switch 2 versions. The controller features color‑coded fret buttons, a built‑in...
Tech YouTuber onionboots revived a 2012 Lenovo ThinkPad X230 by replacing its original TN display with a $25 IPS panel. The upgrade retains the laptop’s native 1366×768 resolution but delivers markedly better color accuracy and viewing angles. Installation required only...
After five years of heavy use, the author’s Scuf Reflex Pro Pro‑level PS5 controller developed stick drift, forcing a switch back to a standard DualSense. The loss of back‑paddles, which he relied on for competitive FPS titles, feels like a...
Microsoft is rolling back several unpopular Windows 11 changes, re‑enabling taskbar repositioning and toning down default widget behavior. The company also announced a reduction of Copilot entry points in apps like Snipping Tool, Photos, and Widgets, and is refocusing File...
Microsoft has updated its built‑in Clipchamp video editor in Windows 11 to require that all projects be saved to OneDrive in order to remain editable. Users who choose to store projects locally will find them read‑only and unable to be opened...
A homeowner split their dual‑band router into separate 2.4 GHz and 5 GHz SSIDs, then renamed both networks and changed passwords. The change forced every smart‑home device—from Ring cameras to Amazon Echo speakers—to be manually re‑provisioned onto the 2.4 GHz band. While the...
Google is retiring the QR‑code pairing method for Messages for Web, replacing it with a Google Account sign‑in prompt. The change, announced without a firm rollout date, requires users to authenticate via their existing Google credentials. While the new flow...
Apple introduced the iPhone 17e, a budget‑friendly model priced at $599, undercutting the standard iPhone 17’s $799 price tag. The device retains the A19 six‑core CPU from the flagship line but swaps a core‑less GPU for lower cost. It ships...
The ZDNET review evaluates Whoosh’s 3.4‑fl oz screen‑cleaner spray and double‑sided microfiber cloth, noting its streak‑free performance on smartphones, tablets, laptops and TVs. The formula is odorless, non‑toxic, and free of alcohol and ammonia, though the exact ingredients remain a trade...
The Beelink ME Pro is a miniature NAS that fits two 3.5‑inch drives in a 6.5‑inch‑tall chassis while offering three M.2 SSD slots, 12 GB LPDDR5 RAM, and an Intel N95 processor running Windows 11 Home. It ships with dual Ethernet ports—5 GbE...
iFLYTEK has launched AI Translation Earbuds that support 60 languages and provide real‑time, two‑second latency interpretation. The device combines dual microphones, a bone‑conduction sensor, and active noise cancellation to achieve up to 97% speech‑recognition accuracy in noisy environments. Battery life...
Samsung’s next flagship foldable, the Galaxy Z Fold 8, is slated for a summer 2024 debut and a leak suggests notable hardware upgrades. The device is expected to house a larger 5,000 mAh battery with 45 W fast charging, while retaining the 6.5‑inch...
Do you check your phone 144 times a day? If so, you’re in line with the average American (according to a survey by DemandSage). Not only that, but nearly 90% of us reach for our phones within 10 minutes of waking up,...
Apple’s budget iPhone 17e is now available through a Visible promotion that effectively makes the device free. New customers who sign up for the Visible+ Pro plan at $45 per month receive a $25 monthly service credit for 24 months, which reimburses...
Google has reduced the price of its Google TV Streamer to $79.99, a 20% discount from the regular $99.99 list price. The device offers 4 GB of RAM, an integrated Matter smart‑home hub, an Ethernet port, and a remote‑finder feature. While...
Liquid AI unveiled LFM 2.5, a vision‑language model that runs entirely on laptops and smartphones using WebGPU and ONNX Runtime. The hybrid architecture blends convolutional blocks with grouped query attention, delivering real‑time image captioning, document analysis, and video processing. It supports...
Roku announced a forthcoming software update to fix a bug that forced Roku TV users to have an active internet connection to access over‑the‑air (OTA) channels via an antenna. Recent OS changes merged OTA broadcasts with streaming listings in the...
Parrot Mobile, a new MVNO, launched with fully customizable, prepaid plans starting at $6 per month. The service offers instant eSIM activation, no‑contract flexibility, and an AI voicemail assistant named Polly. Plans range from basic talk‑only options to a $25...
The Next 50 Make no small plans 50 already? It seems only a blink of an eye since I wrote Apple at 40. Let’s try copy & paste. In Apple’s first 40 50 years it shipped 1,591,092,250 5,126,211,000 computers. This … https://asymco.com/2026/03/23/the-next-50/
The RG56 Pro Max is a budget‑focused retro handheld that sports a 5.5‑inch 720p IPS display, hall‑based analog sticks, and a Rockchip 3562 processor. It runs emulators smoothly up to PSP and Dreamcast, but performance drops on more demanding platforms...
Apple is slated to unveil a 2026 Mac Mini powered by its next‑generation M5 and M5 Pro silicon, likely at WWDC in June. The new models will keep the 2024’s minimalist chassis but upgrade to a 10‑core GPU, super‑core architecture,...
AMD’s flagship gaming processor, the Ryzen 7 9800X3D, has hit a record low of $419.95 on Amazon, according to Camelcamelcamel data. The chip delivers the best performance‑per‑watt among current gaming CPUs, trailing the newer 9850X3D by only about 3% in 1080p FPS...
Matt Maher demonstrates a workflow that starts with hand‑drawn app screens in the AI‑powered design tool Pencil and finishes with functional, production‑ready code generated by Claude Code. Pencil’s real‑time, component‑centric interface lets designers experiment quickly while maintaining a reusable design...
Consumers can catch the Arkansas‑High Point NCAA tournament matchup without a cable bill by using free digital platforms and over‑the‑air broadcasts. The game highlights growing reliance on streaming tech, AI‑driven recommendation engines, and bandwidth pressures that are reshaping the consumer...
Apple’s newest MacBook Pro lineup introduces the M5 and M5 Pro, priced at $1,699 and $2,199 respectively. The M5 Pro adds a 15‑core CPU, 16‑core GPU, 24 GB RAM and double the memory bandwidth, while the base M5 retains a 10‑core CPU and...
Xthings unveiled its Ulticam Long‑Range Wireless AI Security Kit, featuring up to eight sub‑GHz Wi‑Fi HaLow bullet cameras designed for commercial properties. The system combines AI‑powered video analytics with the low‑power, long‑range capabilities of Wi‑Fi HaLow, enabling reliable coverage across...
Apple’s C1X RF modem has reached performance parity with Qualcomm’s X80, according to Ookla data covering Q4 2025. The new modem delivers comparable median download speeds, latency, and edge‑cell throughput across most markets, narrowing the gap that previously favored Qualcomm. Tests...
CNET outlines 24 iOS tweaks that let iPhone owners boost performance, privacy, and battery longevity without buying a new device. The guide walks users through settings such as disabling precise location, enabling Back Tap shortcuts, and adjusting charge‑limit sliders on...
Continuous glucose monitors (CGMs) have shifted diabetes care from finger‑stick tests to real‑time, app‑connected monitoring. The latest Dexcom G7, launched after the article’s original date, features a smaller sensor and enhanced alert system, while a range of OTC options such...
Apple unveiled the AirPods Max 2, a major upgrade to its premium headphones, while external storage prices surged to levels exceeding a new MacBook Air. A rumored iPhone Fold is slated for a December 2026 launch, following the iPhone 18 Pro release, indicating a shift in...
Apple reintroduced the volume slider on iPhone lock screens with iOS 18.2, released in 2024. The feature, removed in iOS 16, can be re‑enabled through Settings → Accessibility → Audio & Visual by toggling “Always Show Volume Control.” This gives users precise audio control without unlocking the device,...
Manchester City defeated Arsenal 2-0 at Wembley on March 22, 2026, securing a record fifth Carabao Cup. Nico O'Reilly netted both goals after a Kepa Arrizabalaga error, while Pep Guardiola celebrated his 16th major trophy with the club.
CNET outlines a quick, ten‑second remote shortcut and other easy steps to revive lagging Roku TVs. Users can perform a system restart via the Settings menu, use a hidden remote sequence, uninstall problematic channels, or execute a full factory reset....
Jest, the first marketplace for SMS and RCS messaging apps, has launched the Jest Games Fund to back studios creating games for the RCS messaging ecosystem. The program offers three funding tiers—$40,000 Explore, up to $200,000 Scale, and up to...
Alibaba’s Qwen app now lets Chinese users hail rides and pay through Alipay AI Pay, creating a single‑conversation commerce flow. The integration ties Qwen to ride‑hailing, food delivery and travel services, allowing price comparison, booking and payment without leaving the...
Ai+ Smartphone introduced its Nova Series in India, with the Nova 2 and Nova 2 Ultra slated for an April 9, 2026 launch on Flipkart and select retailers. The lineup expands to five models—including Nova 2 Pro, Nova 2 Neo and Nova Flip—over the coming months, emphasizing customizable design, strong...
It's about time: Your Samsung Galaxy S26 can now AirDrop files to an iPhone https://www.techradar.com/phones/samsung-galaxy-phones/its-about-time-your-samsung-galaxy-s26-can-now-airdrop-files-to-an-iphone
AI is moving to the edge. Private, isolated LLMs are coming to our tablets, phones, and laptops. Ownership, privacy, access. All things APIs don't/won't/can't give us now. This is significant. And sure, it's slow right now, but this is the slowest it...
Xiaomi’s new Bluetooth tracker, the Xiaomi Tag, offers a sleek, lightweight design, removable CR2032 battery, and IP67 protection, all for about $17. It uniquely supports both Apple’s Find My and Google’s Find Hub networks, though only one can be active at a...
AT&T sent me a Samsung Galaxy Tab S10 FE 10.9" Android Tablet to evaluate, and I'm darn impressed. It's fast, has a crisp, bright screen, and makes reading the news, an ebook, or playing games way more fun than on...
The shift from an android phone to an iPhone is more difficult as compared to the shift from windows to a Mac book
U.S. smartphone trade‑in programmes returned more than $6.4 bn to consumers in 2025, a 42% year‑on‑year jump and the highest total since Assurant began tracking in 2015. The surge was driven by rapid adoption of AI‑enabled features and premium 5G devices,...
Have a smart home garage door controlled by the MyQ app? You can program it to close automatically late every night for improved security. Here's how to set this automation up, step by step... https://t.co/QPxiWALNch #smarthome #security @Chamberlain https://t.co/WFmzGJF6oW
