In order to remain the default search engine on Safari, Google pays Apple billions of dollars a year for that “privilege.” But now, it looks like Apple is about to return the favor. According to a report from Bloomberg , Apple could soon pay Google $1 billion in order to use a custom Gemini model for Siri. Apple could pay Google for the upgraded Siri The report claims that Apple and Google are nearing a deal for the upgraded version of Siri....

Apple is a company that loves to be self-reliant. Wherever possible, the company tries to make its own hardware and software. It’s actually pretty smart because for one, Apple does not have to be at the mercy of its suppliers. Secondly, it allows for better optimization. This is why it didn’t really come as a complete surprise to learn that Apple has included a new N1 chip in its latest iPhone 17 series ....

By all accounts, AT&T is having a decent year. According to the company’s latest financials , it managed to gain around 405,000 new postpaid customers during Q3 2025. However, that is just one part of the story. While AT&T managed to pull in quite a sizable number of new customers, it might have a retention problem. AT&T might have a problem with customers staying According to a report from The Street , it discovered in the financial report that AT&T’s churn rate increased by 14 basis points year-over-year....

Battlefield 6 is fast-approaching with its launch slated for October 10 , and once it goes live, it’ll support Razer’s Sensa HD haptics so you can feel what it’s like to continue getting bombarded by tank shells down range. Razer’s Sensa HD haptics can be hit or miss depending on the game. That’s really no fault of Razer’s, as the haptic vibrations need to be added by the developers. So, in the case of Battlefield 6, how the haptics feel as part of the action will depend on Battlefield Studios....

The Apple iPhone 17 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 deals that are currently available. Apple Store The Apple Store has a ton of great deals available for the iPhone 17. Of course, carrier deals are available here, but you can also finance using your Apple Card or Citizens, and you can use the iPhone Upgrade Program....

The amount of laptops announced at CES every year is staggering. There are so many to choose from, and for the most part, a lot of them tend to blend together. However, this year at CES 2026, the HP Omnibook Ultra 14 caught our attention , earning our Best of CES 2026 award . Not only is it super slim, but it’s tough, and you have the choice of either Qualcomm or Intel chipsets....

As part of IFA 2025, Samsung announced a couple of new products. The star of the show, many would say, is the Samsung Galaxy S25 FE . This is a new member of the Galaxy S25 series, and the most affordable member at that. The Samsung Galaxy S25 FE is one of the devices that won our IFA 2025 award . It’s a very compelling smartphone that comes as a cheaper alternative to other Galaxy S25 smartphones, all of which arrived back in January....

Two Real-World Tests Show Non-Invasive BCIs Are Ready for Practical Use In 2025, China’s non-invasive brain–computer interface (BCI) technology passed a critical test—not in a lab, but in the real world. Researchers validated the technology in two very different, high-pressure settings: – A globally livestreamed Chinese chess match, where players placed pieces using brain signals alone, without rehearsal – And real-time control of high-intensity Action Role-Playing Games (ARPG), which require continuous, precise commands...

Here is the new Google Pixel Watch 4 in both 41mm and 45mm sizes. There aren’t a lot of differences when it comes to the design here; Google is continuing to use its proprietary lugs for connecting bands. And this year, Google is also adding a bunch of new colors for its bands. The colors that we have here for the Pixel Watch 4 include the Obsidian, Porcelain, and Moonstone Active Band colors....

Smartphone brands, well, at least some, occasionally have a habit of launching special edition phones in a move to boost sales and target the niche audience. One such phone is the Realme 15 Pro Game of Thrones edition, which is now teased to launch soon. Though the popular HBO TV show concluded, the company wants to keep it in your memories with this special edition model. However, while we wait for the official reveal, an alleged hands-on video has leaked online, ruining the experience of seeing it for the first time....

​Holidays are just around the corner, and while most of us will inevitably have to spend some time preparing for celebrations, there will still be a lot of downtime for relaxing with cozy and engaging games. Traditionally, card-based games are some of the easiest to hop on and grasp right away — and they also don’t require investing too much time to have your bit of fun. However, with hundreds of titles to choose from, how can you ensure that you won’t waste that time on something dull and uninspired?...

Fortnite has re-emerged on Google Play like a phoenix reborn from the ashes. After being removed by Google for trying to circumvent Google’s policies regarding in-app purchases, Epic Games spent the last few years fighting Google in court with claims that the Google Play Store was a monopoly run by Google that, among other things, stifled competition. Years of court hearings and many Fortnite matches later, Epic was awarded the victory, and the US Department of Justice ruled that the Play Store was in fact a monopoly, forcing Google to commit to changes that would improve the experience for users and developers....

The Motorola Moto G100 2025 is the company’s latest addition to the Moto G series. It has been launched alongside the Moto X70 Air in China. If the model name sounds familiar, that is because Motorola launched the Moto G100 in 2021. That was the first model in the series to use a Snapdragon 8 series chip. The Moto G100 2025 looks exactly as you’d expect After four years, the company chose to release a new phone under the same name....

Much is unknown about the Galaxy S26 Ultra , from the type of glass it will use to the amount of money it will cost and when it’ll be available for purchase. But, it looks like there may be a little more information about the glass that protects the display panel, based on a new rumor that has popped up. Several leaks and rumors have surfaced over the past few months about Samsung’s latest flagship Galaxy S device....

Foldable phones don’t look like they’re the easiest devices to repair. The fragility of the foldable display itself makes tearing it apart kind of iffy. However, it seems that Samsung has made some improvements. In a recent teardown video of the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 7 , YouTuber JerryRigEverything noticed some changes that could make it easier to repair. Galaxy Z Flip 7 teardown video In his teardown video of the Galaxy Z Flip 7, the YouTuber noticed that Samsung has been listening to its customers....

Looking for a premium Garmin smartwatch without paying full price? The Garmin Epix Pro (Gen 2) Sapphire Edition is now on sale for just $675, down from its usual $999 price—a solid 32% discount. This rugged multisport powerhouse packs a vivid 1.3″ always-on AMOLED display, protected by scratch‑resistant sapphire crystal and a titanium bezel for everyday toughness. It’s built to accompany you through long workouts and rough terrain. One standout feature is the built‑in LED flashlight, adjustable with white or red light, strobe mode, and even distress signaling in emergencies....

Google Pixel 10 Pro gains 100x Pro Res Zoom Google Pixel 10 Pro Fold gets thicker and a larger battery Google Pixel Watch 4 is “all-new” Google Pixel Buds 2a are the smallest and lightest a-series buds yet Pricing and Availability Google has finally taken the wraps off the Pixel 10 series, Pixel Watch 4, and the Pixel Buds 2a. And not to be forgotten, the new color of the Pixel Buds Pro 2 is now available in Moonstone....

These days, when we think of AI , we think of generative AI like ChatGPT, Claude, Gemini, and so on. However, AI can do so much more. In fact, Google plans to show us just how. The company has announced several upgrades headed to Google Fi, which include AI-powered noise filters and RCS web messaging. Google Fi gets AI-powered noise filters Now, when we think of our smartphones, we tend to focus on features like their chipsets, cameras, and battery life....

Google has been actively stuffing AI features into its app and services for some time now. If you’ve used Google Photos in recent months, you must have seen some AI features added to the app. Well, it seems Google isn’t done stuffing AI into the Photos app yet, as a new report suggests that it’ll soon get a new “Help me edit” feature . Google working on “Help me edit” for its Photos app Folks over at Android Authority first spotted the feature while digging through the Google Photos app version 7....

When it comes to the Google Pixel 10 Pro Fold , many are curious about the Google Pixel 10 Pro Fold speakers — how good they are, and how they compare to rivals. These stereo speakers are among its standout multimedia features, designed to deliver rich, balanced sound whether you’re watching videos, gaming, or on calls. Let’s dive into what makes this foldable stand out, both in terms of audio and broader specifications....