Apple’s forthcoming iPhones aren’t the only handsets kicking up a steady stream of fresh leaks at the moment. Google’s upcoming Pixel 4 models have been generating a modest flurry of leaks, video, images, and other tidbits ahead of their release later this fall. We already knew, for example, that both variants of the phone are […]
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These Look Like Noise-Canceling AirPods. What’s the Catch?
No, they aren’t AirPods. But at IFA, Europe’s biggest tech trade show, Huawei announced some truly wireless earbuds that certainly look like something that could come out of Cupertino. The company’s new FreeBuds 3 share the same open fit and “stemmed” design as AirPods, and they also have something that Apple’s truly wireless earbuds lack: […]
Samsung Galaxy Fold: what has changed for the version you’ll be able to buy?
Samsung has announced that the Galaxy Fold is finally being released this week, and the company has made some changes to the foldable phone for its second attempt at a full, public launch. Back in April 2019, some tech press got their hands on the first samples of the Galaxy Fold and – after they […]
5G iPhone 12 may drive the biggest upgrade cycle we’ve seen in years
With the iPhone now accounting for less than half of Apple’s quarterly revenue, the old narrative that we’ve reached “peak iPhone” has re-surfaced yet again. And if we’re being honest, it’s not such an outlandish view to hold these days. After all, iPhone sales over the past few quarters, at best, have remained steady. Thanks […]
How to Use Android 10’s Dual SIM Feature on Your Pixel 3a or Pixel 3a XL
With Android 10 rolling out, users are finding some unexpected surprises included in the update. For example, an upgrade to the Pixel 3a and 3a XL’s Dual SIM Dual Standby (DSDS) feature that (finally) enables true dual-SIM card support on these devices. DSDS lets you have two SIM cards (one physical and one eSIM card) connected to separate […]
Samsung reaches peak flagship with a blockchain-branded Galaxy Note 10
With four different Galaxy S10s, four Galaxy Note 10s, and the impending launches of two Galaxy Folds, Samsung’s flagship lineup for this year has officially reached ten phones. Perhaps this is too many, but Samsung doesn’t seem to think so. It’s now releasing a blockchain-branded variant of the Galaxy Note 10 to bring in customers […]
Samsung Galaxy Fold launches in Korea with 5G
After its first attempt at a launch fizzled out in the spring, the Samsung Galaxy Fold is ready to try again at making a first impression. As promised, it’s ready for launch now and is available starting September 6th in South Korea. The surprise addition however is that “in select markets” the Fold will be […]
Roku just unveiled a $180 soundbar that can stream content to your TV
Roku’s hardware portfolio just got a little larger, thanks to the unveiling Wednesday of the company’s new Smart Soundbar that functions as both a TV speaker as well as a Roku media player that can serve up a ton of content without the need for a separate device. Among its key features, the soundbar houses […]
Samsung’s A-Series 5G Smartphone: Galaxy A90 5G
With multiple makers of smartphones launching expensive high-end 5G smartphones this year, it was a matter of time before more reasonably priced 5G handsets emerge. Samsung is among the first companies to introduce a 5G-enabled smartphone that promises not to break the bank. In addition to faster networks support, the Samsung A90 offers a bunch […]
Amazon’s new Fire TV Cube is faster at understanding your voice commands
Amazon has announced a raft of new products today in Germany, although a leak revealed the bulk of them several hours before showtime. The highlight of the evening was the advent of a second-generation Fire TV Cube, the enthusiast-level unit in Amazon’s Fire TV family. Amazon hasn’t sought to change the outside of the box, […]
Sony teases new, smaller Xperia for IFA that fits in ‘the palm of your hand’
Small phones are hard to find nowadays, even from Sony, which has offered several options in the past for those wanting flagship specs in a smaller form factor. This week, an official teaser from Sony hints at a new Xperia Compact for 2019 that “fits in the palm of your hand.” We’re expecting Sony to […]
Android Auto, One, and TV pick up new logos as part of recent rebranding
Earlier this month, Google revealed its updated design language for the Android logo ahead of the Android 10 release. In addition to elevating the bugdroid (or at least its head) to the logo itself, new typography for the “android” text was also shown off. As part of today’s big push to update the various Android […]