Ulefone has just expanded its portfolio of RugKing devices. Following the original RugKing earlier this year, the company has just announced the RugKing 2 Pro, RugKing 3 Pro, and RugKing 4 Pro devices. Three new Ulefone RugKing devices have just been announced All three of these models are rugged phones, as you’d guess, while they’re also budget phones at that. The entire ‘RugKing’ series of devices is aimed to be both rugged and quite affordable, so that’s not surprising....

US Mobile has been around since 2015, and it seems to be on a tear in the MVNO industry as of late. You likely saw it in the news for its new Dark Star Unlimited Plan , which offers truly unlimited high-speed data for just $44 per month. But there’s much more to US Mobile than just that plan. This MVNO has really been disrupting the carrier industry lately, and it’s not hard to see why....

If you’re unfamiliar with the Chinese smartphone scene, OEMs in the country usually have two versions of their software. One is designated for China, and one for the rest of the world. This is because since Google is blocked in China, the local version of the software is designed around using local services, like Baidu, and so on. Vivo has a similar practice, but it looks like they’re slowly consolidating it with the global rollout of OriginOS 6 ....

We’re on the last day of the year 2025, and hours away from welcoming a new year, 2026. To celebrate the occasion, WhatsApp has rolled out a few New Year-themed features , including the 2026 stickers, new video call effects, animated reactions, and more festive features. As the name says, the new 2026 sticker pack includes party-themed stickers to send to your friends and family. WhatsApp adds a New Year 2026 sticker pack and new video call effects WhatsApp, in a blog post , notes that New Year’s is its biggest day at WhatsApp, with each year breaking new records as users connect with their friends and loved ones across regions....

Samsung and Huawei are the only brands offering tri-fold phones, with the Galaxy Z TriFold and Mate XTs . The category is still very new when compared to regular foldables , but in time, we can expect more brands to jump in. One among them could be Xiaomi , whose alleged tri-fold phone has now reportedly appeared in a new Global System for Mobile Communications Association (GSMA) certification. Xiaomi’s tri-fold phone reportedly appears in GSMA certification The new Xiaomi certification shows the model number 2608BPX34C....

You can grab the Yeedi M12 PRO+ for just $339 right now, down from its regular price of $799. That’s a massive $460 discount and the lowest price we’ve ever seen on this premium cleaning machine. The M12 PRO+ packs serious cleaning power with 11,000Pa of suction, making it one of the most powerful robot vacuums in its class. Whether you’re dealing with embedded dirt in carpets or fine dust on hardwood, this machine handles it all without breaking a sweat....

Android has long been a favored device for game emulation of all types, save for the Nintendo Switch these days, at least until the recent release of the Eden emulator. Once upon a time, there were a few different Nintendo Switch emulators available on the Play Store, but Nintendo has gotten many of them removed, including the Android version of Yuzu, after Nintendo had Yuzu taken down completely. Now, Eden has risen to fill the void left by the options that were once available....

Acer just unveiled a huge lineup of new tech at IFA 2025. The new products show that the company is serious about bringing powerful, AI-driven features to everyone. From hardcore gamers to everyday productivity seekers, Acer’s “pre- IFA ” new tablets, laptops, monitors, and network products look to seamlessly adapt to your tech ecosystem. Acer announces Predator Helios 18P laptop just before IFA 2025 For those who love gaming, the new Predator series is a beast....

It’s not hidden that the Google Pixel launcher has troubled users in the past. In most instances, Google has been quick to squash related bugs. But this time a strange bug has plagued the Google Pixel launcher. Over the past few days, Google Pixel phone users on Reddit have been reporting about a bug that kicks in when trying to switch between apps . A persistent Google Pixel launcher bug causes closed apps to reopen Folks over at PiunikaWeb first spotted a Reddit post that includes a video and shows how the Pixel phone opens a previously closed app when opening a new one....

Apple recently teased the arrival of new Beats-branded earphones, dubbed the Powerbeats Fit. The company’s going with the tag line “Fit for every move.” These could be a follow-up to the Beats Fit Pro, which debuted way back in 2021. The teaser video confirmed the earphones will be available in fall 2025. While we wait for the official announcement, the Apple Powerbeats Fit images have leaked online, revealing the design and color options....

Think about the global average selling price of a phone these days. If you were to guess what the average price of a phone is around the world, would you guess it was around $400? If not, you’d be wrong. At least, that’s according to new data from Counterpoint Research that finds the global average selling price of a phone is at the $400 mark. That’s not very expensive for a phone here in the US, but it might be in other regions....

Haptics are one of the important factors of a smartphone experience. It improves the way we interact with our devices. In the latest news, Apple has been granted a new patent for its taptic engine . It could change the way its devices, including iPhones and Watches, handle physical stress. The patent centers on a shock-resistant design of the haptic engine, also known as the taptic engine in Apple’s terminology....

Samsung’s Galaxy Tab S10 Ultra isn’t the newest Samsung flagship tablet on the block anymore, and that’s precisely why this deal is so good, because Samsung knows it needs to move through stock so it can start selling more of its current model, the Galaxy Tab S11 series, which has some of the best tablets of 2025. To that end, it has heavily discounted the Galaxy Tab S10 Ultra and its two other variants, including the different storage size options....

In the US, you have three major carriers competing with each other for customers. But which is the best? That’s a bit hard to say because it depends on what you need. Do you want unlimited plans? Do you prioritize reliable coverage? Or maybe you prioritize speed. If download speed is of the utmost importance to you, a recent AT&T versus T-Mobile test has found the former completely destroying the latter ....

AT&T becomes the first and only carrier to launch a smartphone for kids — the amiGo Jr. Phone, and there’s a smartwatch too. The former can be a good choice as your kids’ first personal smartphone. While it’s not winning any awards for the design, it has a noble purpose behind it, and its pricing is also quite good. AT&T says it’s a “simple and safe” smartphone designed to keep parents connected and kids protected....

Qi2 charging fun is spreading, and we’re all in for it. This time, it’s Aukey that is bringing us some action with the new MagFusion DeskHive 5X Pro at CES 2026 . This is a 5-in-1 desktop charging station for your phones and laptops. The 5X Pro includes four wired outputs, a Qi2 magnetic wireless charger, and a smart display that shows real-time power output. Aukey MagFusion DeskHive 5X Pro with 200W total output debuts at CES 2026 MagFusion DeskHive 5X Pro is powered by GaN technology and delivers up to 200W of total output....

The Beats Studio Buds Plus are also discounted to the same $129. These are exactly the same as the Beats Studio Buds; the only difference is the different color options for the case and buds. The Beats Studio Buds are really great for those who use iOS or Android since they support Google’s Fast Pair. This allows you to simply open the case, and they will automatically appear to connect on your Android phone....

The Apple iPhone 17 Pro is now finally official, and pre-orders opened on September 12. Like every other iPhone, pre-orders will only last a week, so you don’t have long to jump on these deals. As devices will start shipping on September 19. Here are the best Apple iPhone 17 Pro deals that are currently available. Apple Store The Apple Store has a ton of great deals available for the iPhone 17 Pro....

The Motorola Edge (2025) launched in the US market this past June, instantly becoming one of the most compelling budget mid-range options of the year. With its sleek design, vibrant pOLED display, and competitive price point, it promises to offer a premium-like user experience without a flagship cost. However, particular features like its curved screen make protection essential. To help you safeguard your Motorola Edge (2025), we have curated a buyer’s guide to the best cases and accessories currently available....

Infinix was very much present at this year’s CES in Las Vegas, and we’ve decided to send the company one of our awards . At CES 2026 , Infinix, amongst other things, demonstrated its advanced mobile satellite technology, the Direct-to-Call tech . That deserved an award, so there you go. This technology shows us the next step in satellite communication availability for smartphone users. Well, users of mobile devices. Infinix presented an industry-leading Direct-to-Call technology The company developed an “industry-leading Direct-to-Call technology, offering a Satellite Communication solution for a consumer smartphone....