If you were planning to kick off the new year with a shiny new laptop, you might want to check your budget one more time. Just days before the tech world gathers in Las Vegas for CES 2026, Asus confirmed price hikes on several of its products. Starting January 5, shoppers will likely see higher price tags on various “product combinations” and configurations across the company’s catalog. Asus isn’t acting alone in this shift....

The iPhone 16 did bring a bit of a design change this year, which means the iPhone 15 cases won’t fit this time around. However, the biggest design change this time around is the camera module. Instead of the cameras being diagonal, they are not vertical. This is being done so that users can shoot Spatial photos and videos on it to view on Vision Pro. Inside, the iPhone 16 sports the new A18 chipset (which is basically one CPU core short of the A18 Pro )....

The Google Pixel 9a arrived earlier this year, bringing the polished aesthetics of the flagship 9-series to a more wallet-friendly price point. But even a mid-range phone deserves top-tier protection. After scouring listings and early reviews, we’ve rounded up the best cases and accessories available right now to keep your new Google Pixel 9a safe and charged. Below you’ll find our top picks for every category. You can also check out our “Best of” guides with cases , chargers , and accessories for multiple devices....

Motorola has quite a few compelling Android smartphones to offer these days. These phones may not be everyone’s cup of tea, but there are definitely a handful worth recommending. If you’re interested in getting a Motorola device as your next phone, we’ll try to help you make the right decision, as there’s plenty to choose from. In this article, we’ll list the best Motorola smartphones across a number of categories. We’ll list the very best Motorola phone in our opinion, suggest the best budget phone you can get, and so on....

The honeymoon phase of the AI boom is facing a major reality check as Big Tech’s “Magnificent Seven” grapple with a staggering $1 trillion valuation wipeout. The world has spent the last year marveling at what artificial intelligence can do, but investors are now shifting their focus to a much more practical question: exactly how much is this going to cost? Why investors are slashing big tech price targets: The AI spending spree Investors want to see returns sooner The sentiment on Wall Street has turned noticeably cautious....

It’s no secret that artificial intelligence has become a major part of our lives. However, new data shows just how big the revolution really is—especially on our smartphones. A recent analysis reveals that the ChatGPT mobile app has officially generated an incredible $2 billion in global consumer spending since its launch in May 2023. This dizzying figure is concrete proof that AI has moved from a niche technology to an everyday essential....

It seems that there is a big potential move for the tech industry in the process. Recent reports claim that Chinese firms Anfu Technology and Xiangdi are on the verge of a major breakthrough in the world of artificial intelligence hardware. The two Chinese companies are said to have developed a new generation of 5nm AI chips . They are poised to bring a new level of performance to both powerful AI systems and everyday computers....

The QM7K series is TCL’s mid-tier powerhouse, bringing premium display technology down to a more affordable price bracket. With its QD-Mini LED panel, the TV delivers punchy colors, incredible contrast, and deeper blacks than traditional LED displays. The 4K UHD resolution ensures razor-sharp detail whether you’re watching movies, streaming shows, or gaming. Running on Google TV, the interface is slick and easy to navigate, giving you access to all your favorite apps like Netflix, YouTube, Disney+, and more....

After years of legal battles, Epic Games has won a resounding victory against Google . The ruling could dramatically reshape the landscape of Android app distribution. The Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals has upheld a 2023 jury verdict that found Google guilty of maintaining an “ illegal monopoly ” through its Play Store and billing practices on Android . This decision is a massive blow to Google’s current app store model and a potential game-changer for developers and users alike....

EA Sports FC 26 is not just another iteration of a football game , it’s a complex digital economy. By unifying the Ultimate Team transfer market across next‑gen PlayStation and Xbox consoles and widening cross‑play pools, FC 26 creates a single marketplace with tens of millions of traders. Understanding how this economy works is essential if you want to build an elite squad without spending real money. In this article we’ll explore why trading feels different in FC 26, how unified markets and cross‑play change behaviour, and what psychological factors drive price fluctuations....

A trusted source has just reported that the Samsung Galaxy S26 series will launch in February and go on sale in March. So it seems like a January launch is out of the question at this point. Rumors in the past have been jumping between the two months, it all depends on the source. The Galaxy S26 series phones will launch in February after all The information this time around comes from Ice Universe, a well-known tipster....

In the last couple of years, Chinese phone brands have made some pretty significant advancements in terms of battery density. Silicon-carbon technology has allowed them to offer much higher capacity cells in devices of the same size. That said, Samsung could be the next to jump on the silicon-carbon battery bandwagon with the Galaxy S26 series . The Galaxy S25 lineup has followed a conservative line in terms of hardware improvements....

Three foldable smartphones from Samsung have been spotted in the IMEI database . Yes, you read it right, three. We are certain that the Galaxy Z Fold 8 and Galaxy Z Flip 8 are included, while the third one is a bit of a mystery . The US models of the Galaxy Z Fold 8 & Flip 8 have seemingly surfaced The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 has been spotted under the ‘SM-F976U’ model number....

Google holds the monopoly as the primary gateway to the internet. “Search” is a key tool that millions of people use daily. However, it has faced criticism for unfair tactics to promote its product. And now, Google is facing a whopping $36 million fine for its anti-competitive agreements . Australian commission hits Google with a whopping $36 million fine The Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC) had initiated a legal proceeding in the Australian Federal Court against the tech giant....

In 2023, Google announced that it would be retiring the web version of Google Maps Timeline. The company cited privacy reasons, although some have speculated that this is because law enforcement agencies keep asking for it. By moving your Timeline data to your phone , Google can say they don’t have access to it. That being said, it hasn’t been an easy migration with users reporting that backing up Google Maps Timeline is giving users an error....

Google Photos is a pretty great app that’s constantly receiving updates to refine the experience. Recent findings showed that the app’s backup settings page will receive the Material 3 Expressive makeover, and the most-requested Backup schedule could be in the mix as well. It appears that there’s still something more. Google Photos is reportedly working on the ability to let you adjust video playback speed . Google Photos may get a video playback speed option soon Folks at Android Authority have managed to enable the ability to adjust playback speed within Google Photos v7....

The Google Pixel 10 Pro comes with dual stereo speakers to provide that immersive experience when viewing content or listening to music. While this works even if the phone is being held in portrait mode, it really sounds better when holding the phone in landscape mode, so each speaker is closer to one of your ears. In addition to the dual stereo speakers, the Pixel 10 Pro has spatial audio support for an even more immersive and elevated listening experience....

Android is currently a great platform for mobile gaming . However, it feels like a platform that unifies this entire ecosystem is missing. Players are jumping between different devices, platforms, and communities. With that in mind, Google is taking a major step by introducing the Google Play Games Level Up program. This new initiative aims to reward games that provide the best, most seamless player experiences. It’s part of the new Google Play platform revamp....

Google is rolling out a major update for Google Wallet app that brings a unified transaction history. The tweak solves a long-standing frustration for users who rely on multiple devices. For years, the app operated in silos: if you paid for a meal with your phone and later used your smartwatch for a train ticket, neither device would show the full picture. This update finally offers a unified view of your spending across the entire Google ecosystem....

Google is expected to showcase the new Nest Cam and Doorbell devices on October 1st. Then there’s the new smart speaker with Gemini , which was teased at the Pixel 10 launch. Just days after leaking the devices within the Home app, Google appears to be stocking the new smart security and doorbell in retail stores . This isn’t the first instance that a Google device hit store shelves much before the official announcement....