Yesterday, Apple unveiled its latest MacBook Pro laptop powered by its new M5 chip . For the most part, the laptop is the same as its predecessor, save for the performance and efficiency upgrades, thanks to the M5 chip. If you don’t have an immediate need to upgrade now, then maybe holding off until 2026 for the next Apple MacBook Pro could be a good idea. Apple to overhaul MacBook Pro in 2026 According to Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman, Apple is reportedly planning a major overhaul of its MacBook Pro in 2026....

How often have you found yourself killing time, genuinely wasting it, while your coffee brews, the bus crawls through traffic, or some meeting drones on endlessly? Most people reflexively reach for social media, but there are genuinely better ways to spend those stolen moments. Mobile gaming transforms the mundane act of waiting into something legitimately engaging by offering focused experiences that slip effortlessly into a 10-minute window. The magic happens because modern developers understand something crucial: not every game needs to demand hours of your life....

Below you’ll find our top picks for several categories. Don’t forget to take a look at our “Best of” guides with cases , chargers , and accessories for multiple handsets. Best Google Pixel 9 Pro Case Best Ultra-Thin Google Pixel 9 Pro Case Best Grip Google Pixel 9 Pro Case Best Leather Google Pixel 9 Pro Case Best Rugged Google Pixel 9 Pro Case Best Thin Rugged Google Pixel 9 Pro Case Best Wallet Google Pixel 9 Pro Case Best Google Pixel 9 Pro Grip/Stand Case Best Google Pixel 9 Pro Screen Protector Best Google Pixel 9 Pro Power Bank Best Google Pixel 9 Pro Wireless Charger Best Google Pixel 9 Pro Wired Charger Best Google Pixel 9 Pro Case The Spigen Liquid Air takes the top spot as the most reliable and universally praised case for the Pixel 9 Pro....

The supercar-inspired e-scooter redefines what personal electric transportation can be In a CES dominated by AI assistants and foldable screens, the most exciting product might just have two wheels. The Navee UT5 Ultra X has captured Android Headlines’ Best of CES 2026 award, earning recognition as the standout innovation in a crowded field of electric mobility contenders. The award validates what became immediately clear to anyone who visited Navee’s booth: the Chinese micromobility company has built something genuinely special....

Audio quality via Bluetooth on your Windows 11 computer is getting a needed sound quality fix as Microsoft introduces Bluetooth LE Audio. Bluetooth Low Energy (LE) Audio brings both improved sound quality and a clearer microphone in one swoop. Previously, to get one, you had to sacrifice the other. Gamers on Windows 11 computers will no doubt find this new feature useful. This feature is coming to compatible old computers through updates and on new ones later in the year....

The CES 2026 event officially kicks off tomorrow in Las Vegas, but that hasn’t stopped tech companies from around the world from showcasing what they have to offer. BMX, short for Better Mobile Xperience, has joined the party early and unveiled a lineup of products, including the world’s slimmest 5000 mAh power bank , ahead of this year’s CES event. BMX’s world’s slimmest power bank uses stable semi-solid state to achieve the record-breaking dimensions BMX’s SolidSafe Air series is the world’s slimmest power bank in question....

Caviar has launched Aladdin, a unique humanoid robot dressed in gold. It’s the company’s luxury concept built upon the Unitree G1 platform and redesigned as a cultural collectible. The robot comes with a rich decoration, gold details, and a traditional design that gives it an artistic identity. It’s specifically designed for private buyers who value craftsmanship, heritage, and advanced robotics combined in a single creation. Caviar announces the world’s first luxury humanoid robot with gold details Aladdin is not meant for general sale....

Ever since OpenAI launched ChatGPT, the free tier has always been, well, free. There were limitations compared to the paid model, but otherwise it was free. However, that will change soon. In an announcement on its blog, OpenAI confirmed that ads are coming to ChatGPT soon . Ads are coming to ChatGPT For starters, OpenAI says that they aren’t introducing ads just yet. There are plans to eventually do so, but not right now....

Ever since Google introduced its new Material 3 Expressive Design language, the company has been steadily rolling out the changes across its apps and services. Now, it looks like Chrome for Android is getting some changes. According to a post on X by @Leopeva64 , Google is rolling out a Chrome Android settings redesign that aligns the browser with the Material 3 look found in other apps. Chrome Android settings redesign From what we can tell based on the screenshots, the updated interface organizes options into clearly defined containers ....

We’ve exclusively shared the Google Pixel 10 Pro Fold specs a while back. Now, WinFuture is following up with even more details . The Pixel 10 Pro Fold specs have been shared here with a ton of information, all the display details, more information about camera sensors, and so on. Detailed Google Pixel 10 Pro Fold specs have just appeared With that being said, let’s get going. There’s a lot to talk about here....

Disney Plus is getting ready to hop onto the trend of vertical short-video format, which first came into the spotlight with TikTok’s “For You” feed. First reported by Deadline , Disney has announced the plan at its Tech + Data Showcase at CES 2026 . The report adds that the decision comes as Disney Plus is looking to catch up with its streaming and digital rivals in terms of daily engagement....

The DOOGEE S200 Ultra has a second screen on the back The DOOGEE S200 Ultra is a phone that doesn’t look like most phones, thanks to its mech-inspired design and the second screen. Yes, it has a second display on the back, a 1.32-inch AMOLED panel. That display can show you your calls, messages, music, and much more. There’s also the dynamic “breathing light” that will notify you even when the display is off....

ECOVACS is coming to CES 2026 with some big announcements, and although you might have thought it wouldbe sticking to robot vacuums (after all, this has been its bread and butter for years), it’s actually expanding into new product territory. The company is announcing its first robot companion (it’s a small dog), as well as a robot pool cleaner and a new robot lawn mower. It has a new window cleaning robot, too....

Laser engraving has always been about power and precision, but for years, most desktop engravers asked creators to make compromises. You can gain speed, but you lose accuracy. You could get power, but the learning curve was punishing. And if you wanted both? The price tag usually pushed small businesses and side-hustlers out of the conversation. That’s the problem the Falcon A1 Pro aims to solve. Built around a professional 20W laser module, this machine isn’t just about burning through wood or marking steel....

Technology has long become a partner with the gaming industry. This symbiotic relationship has allowed both industries to benefit from each other by pushing each other’s boundaries of creativity and innovation. However, it can be said that the gaming industry has more to gain with this symbiotic relationship with the technology industry. Aside from enhancing visual experiences and creating more immersive gaming environments, advancements in technology also helped improve other aspects of user experience in gaming....

Everything points to Samsung continuing its new Galaxy S Edge in 2026. In fact, unlike this year, the company will ditch the classic “Plus” model in favor of the next-gen ultra-thin model. One issue stemming from the thinness of these devices is battery capacity. That said, a recent leak has confirmed the battery capacity for the upcoming Samsung Galaxy S26 Edge . Samsung’s Galaxy S26 Edge is getting a battery capacity upgrade The latest report comes from Ice Universe, a reliable tech tipster....

The Samsung Galaxy S26 series launch timeline rumors are all over the place, to say the least. Initially, we expected the phones to arrive in January, then rumors started mentioning March, and then a February 25 launch date was mentioned. Well, the latest rumor claims that we’re back to January, actually. The Galaxy S26 series is now expected to launch in January after all According to a report from Korea , Samsung plans to launch the Galaxy S26 series by late January and make the phones available by mid-February....

Verizon Home Internet + Free Samsung Smart TV or Tablet Finding a new home internet provider usually involves comparing speeds and monthly costs. But now, a big US carrier is trying to make that decision much easier. Through February 4, 2026, Verizon is offering a significant incentive for those who switch to their high-speed home internet tiers: a choice between a high-end Samsung tablet or a 4K smart TV at no extra cost....

The next phase of mobile artificial intelligence is shifting from answering questions to actually getting things done. Recent findings in the Google app beta (v17.4) reveal that the company is developing a feature called “screen automation”—codenamed “Bonobo”—that aims to let Gemini interact directly with other apps on your phone to complete multi-step processes on your behalf. The concept is straightforward: instead of you opening a ride-sharing app, typing in an address, and confirming a vehicle, you would simply tell Gemini to “book a ride to the office....

It’s safe to say that most apps and smartphones these days are pre-loaded with AI. Among the famous AI chatbots, Google Gemini stands out as a de facto AI assistant on Android. Google is now upgrading its AI assistant with the new interactive Canavs feature. It will allow the Gemini app to create webpages from documents, generate quizzes, and much more., Interactive Canva will allow Gemini to generate webpages from documents, write code, and create quizzes The Android app of the Gemini uses on-device hardware capabilities to run AI features....