Philips Debuts Evnia 32M2N8900X 4K 240Hz QD-OLED Gaming Monitor
Philips has launched the Evnia 32M2N8900X, a 31.5‑inch QD‑OLED gaming monitor that delivers 4K resolution at a blistering 240 Hz refresh rate and a quoted 0.03 ms response time. The panel is VESA DisplayHDR TrueBlack 500 certified, reaching 515 nits typical brightness and up to 1000 nits peak HDR in small highlight zones. Color performance targets creators as well, with full sRGB and 99.5% DCI‑P3 coverage and a ΔE below 2 in sRGB mode. Connectivity includes DisplayPort 2.1, dual HDMI 2.1, and a USB‑C port that supplies up to 65 W Power Delivery, positioning the monitor for both high‑end gaming and laptop docking.
My Favorite Bluetooth Speaker Just Got a Gold-Plated Edition, and It's Not as Expensive as You Might Think
The Minirig 4 gold‑plated edition adds a polished gold finish to the compact, mono Bluetooth speaker while keeping its core specs intact. It houses a 2.75‑inch driver that produces deeper bass than many multi‑driver rivals and offers up to 100 hours of...
CODM X Infinix NOTE 60 Series
Infinix has teamed up with Call of Duty: Mobile to turn its newly launched NOTE Edge and NOTE 60 series into optimized gaming devices for emerging markets such as Latin America, Brazil, India, and Africa. The partnership delivers 120 FPS performance, JBL‑tuned...
The Pros and Cons of Tracking Nearly Everything
Health wearables now reach roughly one‑third of Americans, and a new wave of devices is extending tracking to intimate domains such as orgasms, menstrual flow, and stool analysis. Proponents argue that granular data can personalize wellness, especially for women and...
All the iPhone Lock Screen Changes You Might Have Missed in iOS 26
Apple’s iOS 26, released in September, adds several lock‑screen customization options beyond the earlier iOS 18 controls. Users can now enlarge the clock to cover up to a third of the display, reposition the widget dock to the bottom, and apply a...
Wondershare Launches Relumi, an AI-Powered App to Retake and Perfect Missed Photo Moments
Wondershare unveiled Relumi, an AI‑powered mobile app that lets users virtually retake and perfect photos after the moment has passed. The tool combines advanced models like Nano Banana Pro with features such as Photo Flaw Repair, Multi‑Person Repair, Smart Environment...
Windows 11 KB5079391 Update Rolls Out Smart App Control Improvements
Microsoft rolled out the KB5079391 preview cumulative update for Windows 11 24H2 and 25H2 in March 2026. The optional, non‑security update adds 29 changes, most notably a toggle for Smart App Control that no longer requires a clean OS install. It also...
Android 17 Beta 3 Finally Brings the Desktop Multitasking We’ve Been Waiting For
Google’s Android 17 Beta 3 finally delivers the long‑awaited multitasking experience, introducing the Bubbles windowing system that lets users run most apps in floating windows. The update also adds a floating screen‑recording toolbar, separate Wi‑Fi and mobile‑data toggles in Quick Settings,...
New Apple Podcasts HLS Hosts, Targeting Podcasting’s Holdouts, & More
Apple released iOS 26.4, adding HLS video support to Apple Podcasts and onboarding four new hosting platforms—Podspace, Riverside, Ausha and Firstory. A March 25 report shows 48 podcasts already streaming HLS video, though full video remains unavailable on macOS and Apple TV. Research from...
I Love It when Apple Makes a Great Budget Device, and the iPhone 17e Is an Affordable Powerhouse – the...
Apple’s new iPhone 17e launches at $599 (about $760 USD in the UK), positioning it as a budget-friendly yet powerful alternative to flagship models. It packs the A19 3 nm chip, 8 GB RAM, and a 6.1‑inch Super Retina XDR OLED display, delivering performance...
Three Talented New Compact Radios for Surfing the Airwaves in Style
Philips introduced the TAR3500, a rugged DAB/AM/FM radio with a 60‑hour lithium‑ion battery, solar panel, hand‑crank charger and built‑in flashlight, SOS siren and beacon, priced at £59.99 (≈ $76). The company also announced the retro‑styled MS60 Roller at €179.99 (≈ $196). Roberts...
The $79 Earbuds That Are Making the Audio Industry Very Nervous
Anker's Soundcore Liberty 4 NC earbuds launch at $79.99, delivering premium features once reserved for $200‑plus flagships. They boast adaptive noise cancellation that eliminates up to 98.5% of ambient sound, Hi‑Res audio certification, and Bluetooth 5.3 connectivity. Battery life reaches 10 hours per...
Dplus Kia Partners with AndaSeat for Gaming Chair Collaboration and Fan Products
South Korean esports organization Dplus Kia has announced a partnership with global gaming‑chair manufacturer AndaSeat to co‑develop a line of co‑branded chairs and fan merchandise. The collaboration blends Dplus Kia’s design and lifestyle branding with AndaSeat’s ergonomic engineering, marking the...
I Love Sony's Latest Headphones. But Its Older Ones Are Nearly as Good (and Cheaper)
Sony's WH‑1000XM6 headphones deliver top‑tier active noise cancellation and premium sound, but carry a $400 price tag. The older WH‑1000XM5, now discounted to about $225 during Amazon's Spring Sale, offers comparable battery life and solid ANC at roughly $300 regular...
'A Dream Come True': Revolutionary AI Smart Glasses Win $1.4 Million ‘Nobel Prize’ to Combat Dementia
CrossSense’s AI‑enabled smart glasses have captured the £1 million (≈$1.4 million) Longitude Prize for dementia, a prize aimed at practical solutions rather than pure research. The device, equipped with the Wispy assistant, offers real‑time visual and auditory cues to help users with...
I’ll Never Buy a GPS Watch That Doesn’t Offer Turn-By-Turn Navigation
Runner Jeff Dengate argues that a GPS watch with turn‑by‑turn navigation is essential for travel running, citing his Garmin Fenix 8’s 84‑hour GPS battery, bright AMOLED display, and built‑in maps. He uses Strava to pre‑plan routes, syncs them to the watch,...
The Galaxy S26 Did Something No Phone Has Done in Years — It Made Me Doubt My iPhone
The Samsung Galaxy S26, launched alongside the S26+ series, distinguishes itself with a 6.3‑inch Dynamic AMOLED 2X display, Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 processor, and a 4,300 mAh battery. In head‑to‑head field tests against the iPhone 17, the S26 delivered smoother multitasking, sustained performance in heat, and...
RCS 4.0 Finally Fixes the One Thing that Made Me Consider Buying an iPhone
The GSMA unveiled RCS Universal Profile 4.0 on March 26, 2026, introducing native video calling directly within messaging apps. The update also adds rich‑text formatting and enhanced Rich Card video streaming for businesses. By allowing a seamless transition from chat to video, Android...
Nvidia’s New AI Tool Is Giving Female Game Characters a Makeover – and Gamers Are Pushing Back
Nvidia unveiled DLSS‑5, an AI‑powered upscaling system that promises sharper, more photorealistic game visuals. In demo footage, the tool not only enhanced resolution but also altered the appearance of Grace Ashcroft, a female protagonist in Resident Evil Requiem, giving her...
Make the Switch: Bring Your AI Memories and Chat History to Gemini
Google’s Gemini app now lets users import AI memories and chat histories from competing assistants, either by copying a generated prompt or uploading a ZIP file of past conversations. The feature, rolling out today, also renames the “past chats” section...
You Hate a Chest Strap HRM? Me Too, That’s Why I Love Coros’ Arm Band HRM
Coros introduced an arm‑band heart‑rate monitor that delivers near‑chest‑strap accuracy while eliminating the discomfort of a traditional strap. Independent testing with a hospital‑grade Holter showed the device deviates by only one to two beats per minute, far better than most...
Fitbit’s Budget-Friendly Inspire 3 Is $30 Off, Matching Its Best Price
Fitbit’s Inspire 3 has returned to its all‑time low price of $69.95, a $30 discount across Amazon, Best Buy and Target. The tracker offers core health metrics such as step counting, sleep insights, irregular heart‑rate alerts, and a ten‑day battery life....
There's a Faster Way to Force-Close Stubborn Windows Apps than Task Manager
SuperF4 is a free Windows utility that lets users terminate frozen applications with the Ctrl + Alt + F4 shortcut, bypassing the slower Alt + F4 request and the multi‑step Task Manager workflow. The tool runs from a portable ZIP or installer, adds a tray icon,...
How to Buy an AV Receiver in 2026
CNET’s buying guide breaks down the essential features for a 2026 AV receiver, spotlighting the Onkyo TX‑NR6100 as the best‑value model thanks to its 8K‑ready HDMI, Dolby Atmos support, and built‑in streaming. It stresses that HDMI port count and future‑proof standards...
Xbox’s Latest Games Showcase Had Hades 2, The Expanse, and Bluey
Microsoft’s Xbox Partner Preview showcased a surprisingly diverse slate of upcoming titles, highlighted by the imminent arrival of Hades II on Xbox and PlayStation 5 next month. The event, held amid a major leadership reshuffle at Xbox, emphasized third‑party support with...
‘Update Now’: Apple Issues Urgent Warning to iPhone Users
Apple released iOS 26.4 on March 26, 2026, urging all iPhone 11 and newer, plus recent iPad models, to install immediately. The update bundles 37 security fixes, including six WebKit XSS patches, mitigation of the DarkSword full‑chain exploit, and kernel‑level protections against privilege escalation....
Govee’s Color-Changing Smart Lamps Are on Sale for up to 30 Percent Off
Govee’s Table Lamp 2 Pro and Table Lamp 2 are part of Amazon’s Big Spring Sale, with the Pro model falling to $134.99 (a $45, roughly 30% discount) and the basic lamp to $55.99 (a $24, about 24% off). Both...
Flash Review: 2027 Fox 38
Blister’s Flash Review offers an early look at the 2027 Fox 38 suspension fork after an extended testing period. Preliminary impressions highlight smoother low‑speed bump absorption and a stiffer chassis that enhances technical handling. The updated damper promises finer tuning,...
Apple's Next iPad Might Look the Same, but a New Listing Suggests It Could Get a 30% Gaming Performance Boost
Apple’s upcoming 12th‑generation iPad is rumored to retain its current 11‑inch design but will be powered by a new A18 chip, delivering roughly a 30% single‑core performance uplift. The tablet is also expected to increase memory to 8 GB of RAM,...
Best Auto Gifts and Gadgets for Car-Loving Moms
The article curates a list of top automotive accessories ideal for gifting car‑loving mothers, ranging from safety‑focused tech like the Wolfbox G840S mirror dash cam to convenience items such as a retractable car charger and portable air pump. Each product...
Microsoft Provides Much Needed Update on Windows 11's Dark Mode in Refreshing Moment of Transparency
Microsoft’s head of Windows Design, Marcus Ash, announced that the company is actively extending dark‑mode support to legacy Windows 11 interfaces such as Regedit, though no firm timeline was provided. Recent updates have already added dark‑mode to File Explorer pop‑up dialogs,...
Samsung's Galaxy S26 Ultra Has a Screen that Blacks Out when Someone Looks over Your Shoulder
Samsung unveiled the Galaxy S26 Ultra with a new "Flex Magic Pixel" privacy display that physically narrows OLED pixels, turning the screen black to anyone viewing from the side. The feature can be toggled manually or set to activate automatically...
Samsung’s Next Big Update, One UI 8.5, Is Now in Beta on These Older Galaxy Devices
Samsung has broadened its One UI 8.5 beta to a wide range of older Galaxy devices, adding the S24 series, S25 FE, Fold 6, Flip 6, and several Tab S11 models. The beta now reaches the Galaxy Z Fold 7 and Z Flip 7 with a second iteration, while the...
OLED Monitor Sales Surged 92% in 2025 — Asus Led with 2.7 Million Units Shipped as Gamer-Friendly Panel Tech Goes...
OLED monitor shipments surged 92% in 2025, reaching 2.735 million units as the technology becomes both reliable and affordable for gamers. Asus led the market with a 21.6% share, shipping roughly 2.7 million units and overtaking Samsung. The boom is driven by...
Meta Ray-Ban Rival Even Realities Brings Real-Time Conversation Coaching to Smart Glasses
Even Realities unveiled a major software upgrade for its Even G2 smart glasses, adding a real‑time conversation coaching feature called Conversate with Prep Notes. The new Prep Notes lets users upload briefing documents and receive contextual prompts, suggested answers and...
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Android Auto Users Still Say They Don’t Have Gemini — Do You? [Poll]
Google began rolling out its Gemini AI assistant for Android Auto in November 2025, promising real‑time voice queries and contextual navigation. Four months later, many users in the United States, Australia and other regions still report the feature missing from...
I've Used Waze for 10 Years—Here's Why I Refuse to Switch to Google Maps
Cory Gunther, senior author at Valnet, argues that Waze outperforms Google Maps by leveraging a crowdsourced network that reports police, accidents, potholes and other hazards in real time. He recounts a 2016 cross‑country trip where Waze rerouted him around a...
Samsung Browser Finally Launches on Windows — a Dark Horse Pick for Your Next Browser
Samsung has released its mobile‑first Samsung Browser as a free desktop application for Windows 10 and Windows 11, extending its cross‑device syncing capabilities to PCs. The browser now lets users continue browsing sessions, passwords and media between Samsung smartphones and Windows laptops,...
WhatsApp Adds New Features to Simplify Storage, Switch Accounts, and More
WhatsApp announced a suite of new features aimed at streamlining user experience. The updates let users manage storage per chat, delete large files without wiping entire conversations, and transfer chat histories across iOS and Android devices. iOS now supports two...
The $30 Xbox Game Pass Problem Could Be Fixed without Dropping the Price
Microsoft raised Xbox Game Pass Ultimate to $29.99 per month, a 50% increase that has sparked subscriber backlash. The hike coincides with growing subscription fatigue as gamers juggle multiple entertainment services. The author proposes a modular, à la carte Game...
WhatsApp’s Big Update Fixes the Three Things Users Have Been Yelling About for Years
WhatsApp’s latest update addresses three long‑standing user complaints by adding multi‑account support on iPhone, a built‑in storage manager that deletes large media without erasing chats, and two‑way iOS‑Android chat migration. The storage tool surfaces oversized files for selective removal, while...
Save Big on Intel's Arrow Lake Refresh with Almost $300 Off on This 3-Item Bundle — New Core Ultra 270K...
Newegg is selling a three‑item bundle that pairs Intel’s new Core Ultra 270K Plus processor with 32 GB of G‑Skill DDR5‑6400 RAM and an MSI MPG Z890 Carbon Wi‑Fi motherboard for $899.99, delivering roughly $300 in savings. The 270K Plus CPU, priced at $319.99, offers 24...
Corsair's Discounted 32GB Vengeance Is the Cheapest DDR5 on the Market by a Big Margin — $300 Sale Price Is...
Corsair has reduced the price of its Vengeance DDR5‑6200 32 GB (2×16 GB) kit to $300.99, a $130 discount that makes it $60 cheaper than the next best 32 GB option. The deal arrives amid an AI‑driven memory pricing crisis that has driven...
Eufy Omni C28 Review: Affordable and Full-Featured
Eufy’s Omni C28 robot vacuum‑mop combo launches at a modest price increase, offering nearly double the suction of its predecessor (15,000 Pa vs. 8,000 Pa). It adds a self‑cleaning roller mop, retractable detangling brushes, and a compact base station with drying fans....
How to Troubleshoot when a Hotspot Is Not Working on Android
Mobile hotspots have become essential backups for remote and hybrid workers, but Android’s fragmented ecosystem creates support challenges. Carrier plan restrictions, outdated OS versions, and security settings often cause connectivity failures. The article outlines a six‑step troubleshooting flow that starts...
Manus AI Cleaned up My Computer—For a Price
Manus AI, a Meta‑owned desktop assistant, recently added the ability to manipulate local files on Windows and macOS. The author used it to clean and reorganize a cluttered Downloads folder, sort photos by event, and split a ripped jazz album...
CoSTAR National Lab and Magnopus Explore Convergent Media Production
The UK’s CoSTAR National Lab has partnered with experience‑technology firm Magnopus to tap its OKO spatial intelligence platform. OKO enables creators to build cross‑reality environments that work across VR headsets, AR apps and standard web browsers. The platform synchronises physical...
Vivo V70 FE Confirmed to Launched in India: Launch Date, Expected Specs and All You Need to Know
Vivo has confirmed that its V70 FE mid‑range smartphone will debut in India on April 2, 2026, at noon. The device will run OriginOS 6 based on Android 16 and feature a 200 MP primary camera using Samsung’s HP5 sensor. Leaked specs show a...
DJI Avata 360 Drone Launch Delayed in US
DJI announced that its new Avata 360 drone will launch in the United States on March 30, a few days after the global rollout slated for March 26. The delay is attributed to heightened regulatory scrutiny and import hurdles that have become common...
Kenya Moves to Phase Out Low-End Phones
Kenya announced a regulatory phase‑out of low‑end phones that lack USB‑Type‑C ports, forcing manufacturers to adopt the newer charging standard. The move aims to streamline technology, improve charging efficiency, and curb e‑waste, but may raise entry‑level device prices for low‑income...