As New Research Shows Canadians Have Less Time For Socializing, We Explore Apps That Bring People Closer Together

Too busy to talk? Not a moment for your neighbour? Rush, rush, rush and only a second to say hi! Well, you are not alone. According to new data published in Canadian affairs , fewer Canadians see their friends regularly and complain that their social time is shrinking. As experts say, in-person relationships are vital for well-being. However, stressing about how to fit it all in is not good for your well-being either, so how do you make time for those meaningful connections?...

January 6, 2026 · 5 min · 1027 words · Marcia Delaine

Best Amazon Prime Day Smartphone Deals 2025

While smartphones are discounted all year long, the biggest deals we usually see are around this time of the year. This is partially due to the holiday season, but also to make room for their new smartphones that are set to be announced in the next few months. OnePlus 13– $749 The OnePlus 13 256GB has now been lowered to its lowest price ever. At just $749, this is an incredible device to pick up, with the Snapdragon 8 Elite, 12GB of RAM, 256GB of storage, and a massive 6,000mAh capacity battery....

January 6, 2026 · 3 min · 615 words · Jimmy Gazaway

Best Of Ces 2026: Asus Rog Zephyrus Duo

Among the many things you get to see at CES every single year, there’s always going to be some new laptops announced by at least one brand. ASUS is one of those brands at CES 2026 , and this year it unveiled the new ROG Zephyrus Duo , a gaming laptop that has two 16-inch OLED displays for some proper dual-screen multitasking. Unlike the last Zephyrus Duo model, this version has two full-size displays....

January 6, 2026 · 2 min · 360 words · Noe Binford

Best Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 6 Cases & Accessories

If you’re planning to stick to your Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 6 for an extra year and are in need of a case, we’ve got you covered. In this article, we’ll talk about some of the best Galaxy Z Fold 6 cases and accessories you can find on the market. We’ll split them in a number of categories, spanning from thin and rugged cases, to grippy ones. The cases on this list are laid out in non-specific order, though we do start things off with an official case....

January 6, 2026 · 9 min · 1829 words · Gregory Mcintyre

Black Friday Spotlight: Iniu P50 & P63 Power Banks

This Black Friday, INIU brings practical power solutions to travelers, creators, and tech users—with unbeatable discounts on two of its most versatile power banks. Redefining Portability With the Pocket Rocket P50 Power Bank INIU Pocket Rocket P50 10000mAh Power Bank , an incredibly small fast-charging gadget that is revolutionizing portable power. Within one of the tiniest 10,000mAh chassis ever designed, this pocket-sized powerhouse releases an incredible 45W of ultra-fast charging capability....

January 6, 2026 · 2 min · 420 words · Margaret Bourbon

Black Shark Is Launching A Gaming Tablet Using A Two-year

Black Shark is preparing for the global launch of an upcoming gaming tablet that seems likely to launch sometime this year. The company hasn’t shared a price or an exact launch date, but it does now have the tablet listed globally, and it appears that this includes the US in terms of regional availability. The Black Shark Gaming Tablet (that’s the official name) was initially unveiled in 2025. At the time of its reveal, Black Shark hadn’t shared all the details about the tablet....

January 6, 2026 · 3 min · 622 words · Rebecca Hyder

Chamelo Debuts Aroza Tint

In many outdoor activities, light is rarely consistent. Whether you are on a ski slope or a golf course, the weather changes. Usually, that means carrying multiple pairs of lenses or struggling with the wrong tint. At CES 2026 , Chamelo is addressing this frustration by expanding its electronic tint-changing technology into new categories like winter sports and daily wellness. The brand is moving beyond just “cool tech” and focusing on practical applications for athletes and people who spend a lot of time in front of screens....

January 6, 2026 · 3 min · 530 words · Vicki Gibson

Comparing Wordpress Hosting Providers: A Beginner’s Guide

Selecting an appropriate WordPress hosting provider can shape the success of any website. Reliable hosting ensures consistent performance, security, and ease of management for site owners. Understanding which provider offers the most value can help users make choices that suit their needs and budgets. Understanding WordPress Hosting WordPress hosting providers offer specialized services for sites running on the WordPress platform. These hosts typically provide speed and security, as well as user-friendly features....

January 6, 2026 · 4 min · 832 words · Sarah Chancellor

Discord: Your Ultimate Guide To The Ultimate Chat App

Discord these days is the popular choice for most people when it comes to communicating with friends and family online. Whether it be about games, movies, TV shows, food, or anything else. When Discord launched, it became the go-to option for gamer communication. Opening up a new method for voice and text chat. Finally, gamers had another good quality app that they could use to coordinate their gameplay with teammates during party content....

January 6, 2026 · 15 min · 3144 words · Eileen Chisholm

Everyone Predicted Google's Death In 2024, Google Hit 95% Market Share Instead

Remember when ChatGPT launched and everyone predicted Google’s search empire would crumble? Yeah, about that. Here’s the reality check nobody saw coming. A massive new report from Datos, a Semrush company , just analyzed billions of desktop searches from millions of users across the US and Europe. The data reveals an unexpected AI search evolution: Google isn’t just surviving the revolution, it’s absolutely crushing it with a 95% market share in both regions....

January 6, 2026 · 7 min · 1422 words · Marissa Pruitt

Exynos 2600's Latest Benchmarks Show Sudden Performance Drop

Leaks surrounding the Exynos 2600 chip, Samsung’s next big processor slated to power the Galaxy S26 series, have increased the hype. Early benchmark results generated a massive buzz, suggesting this new chip could finally go head-to-head with its most powerful competitors . However, new numbers hitting the Geekbench platform recently delivered a sudden and totally unexpected blow to those Exynos 2600 expectations. The latest scores show a noticeable drop in the chip’s raw speed and power compared to earlier testing....

January 6, 2026 · 3 min · 445 words · Wanda Jenkins

Foldable Iphone Leak Reveals Touch Id, Four Cameras & More

Multiple reports have suggested that Apple will launch its first foldable iPhone next year. Major Android phone makers already joined the fray years ago, and Apple will finally board the bandwagon in 2026. The device reportedly entered the testing phase last month. Now, a new report has revealed key details about the features of the handset. In a report for Bloomberg, Mark Gurman suggests that the first foldable iPhone will have a Touch ID sensor , among other things....

January 6, 2026 · 2 min · 393 words · Maryjane Mccusker

Galaxy S26 Series Tipped To Use New High

After years of being stuck with more classic technologies, the battery industry is taking big steps forward. Experimentation with new materials has led to new cell types with multiple benefits. Although the Galaxy S25 series will not bring great advances in this section, a new leak claims that Samsung will implement a silicon-carbon battery in the Galaxy S26 series. Lithium-ion (Li-ion) batteries have been present in mobile devices since the days of dumbphones....

January 6, 2026 · 2 min · 371 words · Whitney Thews

Galaxy S26 Ultra Camera Rumors Were Wrong — Here’s The Real Story

A trusted source has decided to set the record straight regarding the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra’s camera and battery setups. A lot of misinformation is circulating the web at the moment, so he decided to clear things up. Here’s what the Galaxy S26 Ultra will offer in the camera department The information comes from Ice Universe, by the way, one of the most prominent tipsters around. Let’s focus on the camera first, as that’s what he talked about first....

January 6, 2026 · 3 min · 457 words · Melissa Gill

Galaxy S26 Ultra May Get A Downgraded Telephoto Lens

The tech world is buzzing with early details about Samsung ‘s next flagship, the Galaxy S26 Ultra . We’ve heard multiple rumors about its camera system, including speculation about a new 200MP Sony main sensor. However, a new report from a well-known leaker suggests a surprising twist: a potential downgrade to the 3x telephoto camera sensor of the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra. Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra’s 3x zoom sensor may get a downgrade The rumor comes from tipster Ice Universe on X/Twitter....

January 6, 2026 · 2 min · 357 words · Elizabeth Skinner

Galaxy S26 Ultra's Fast Charging May Not Get An Upgrade After All

Leaks about Samsung ‘s next-gen Galaxy S26 series have been constant lately. However, they haven’t been too exciting for fans of the brand’s phones. Reports have crushed hopes of some big camera hardware upgrades for these devices. Now, the latest leak has crushed the hopes of those hoping for more powerful fast charging for the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra . Galaxy S26 Ultra to stick with 45W fast charging despite 60W rumors Previous rumors from credible sources, and even hints found in One UI code, pointed to a 60W fast charging capability for the Galaxy S26 Ultra....

January 6, 2026 · 3 min · 434 words · Richard Turner

Google Faces Another Eu Antitrust Fine (but Not Billions)

A lot of Google’s products and services are free to use, but is it truly “free”? Not exactly. This is because Google relies heavily on revenue from ads, which is how the company primarily makes money. Unfortunately, it looks like these ads have landed Google in a bit of trouble in the EU where it is now facing a modest fine . Google faces modest fine in the EU According to a decision by the European Commission, following a four-year long investigation, Google will be hit with a modest fine in the EU over alleged anti-competitive practices in its adtech business....

January 6, 2026 · 2 min · 394 words · Mark Dixon

Google Gemini For Home Begins Early Rollout For Select Users

Google is finally rolling out its Gemini AI into the heart of the smart home , moving beyond the older, more rigid Google Assistant. Users who opted into the early access program are now seeing the upgrade. The change means much more than just a new voice. The new Gemini for Home AI is smarter, more conversational, and apparently, a little bit ruthless—especially when it comes to keeping secrets. Google Gemini for Home rollout starts for some lucky users Early reports from users confirm that the AI is quickly becoming a high- tech tattletale....

January 6, 2026 · 3 min · 440 words · Elouise Myers

Google May Soon Supercharge Gemini Live With Thinking Mode

If you use Gemini on a daily basis, you must be aware that Google has done pretty neat work with its AI assistant and its accompanying features. Speaking of which, Gemini Live is among them. For the uninitiated, this feature allows you to have a free-flowing, natural conversation with the Gemini AI assistant in real time. It’s like your everyday back-and-forth conversation, but with AI. Now, it seems Google is looking to upgrade Gemini Live’s capabilities with Thinking Mode and more features....

January 6, 2026 · 3 min · 445 words · Betty Scott

Google Pixel 10’s New Camera Setting Cuts Video File Sizes By Up To 30%

If you’re a fan of shooting 4K videos, you’ll love the Google Pixel 10’s new camera setting . Why? Well, because it will save your phone’s storage . We all know that 4K video take up a ton of storage, so this is a welcome addition, that’s for sure. A new setting for the Pixel 10 camera can cut down video file sizes considerably What exactly is going on? Well, Google confirmed that the Google Pixel 10 series can record videos using VP9 and AV1 codecs....

January 6, 2026 · 2 min · 349 words · Lester Jansen