We hope that you will never find yourself in a position where you need to send an emergency SMS, but it’s good to know that more phones and carriers out there are supporting it. The good news is that if you’re living in Europe, and if you own a Google Pixel 9 or Pixel 10, those devices will support satellite texting . Google Pixel phones will support satellite texting in Europe Orange France has announced that it will offer direct-to-device satellite texting to customers in Europe if they’re using either the Google Pixel 9 or Pixel 10 smartphone....

When you search for something on Google , Google attempts to find you the most relevant websites related to your search. However, more recently, Google introduced a way for users to mark their favorite news outlets as a Preferred Source. What this does is that it ensures that these websites appear higher in search results when users search for topics. But Google isn’t stopping there. The company has announced additional changes that expand on it by allowing Google Search, Gemini, and AI Mode to highlight those news sources more clearly....

Remember the old adage, there’s no such thing as a free lunch? Well, Google just proved us right. A little over a week ago, Google launched Gemini 3 , the latest version of its AI model. Free users could access the model albeit with limits, but unfortunately, Google is making some changes to Gemini 3 that reduces those limits . Gemini 3 for free users will see new limits According to a recent update , Google is changing the limits free users have to its Gemini 3 model....

Google Translate is the go-to translation app for most users worldwide. It is reliable, fast, and has a nice integration with the other Google apps, which makes it even more user-friendly. But this is not where it ends. Google is reportedly adding Gemini’s advanced AI features to Google Translate. This will not just improve its accuracy, but will add some intriguing features as well. Google is set to integrate Gemini into its Translate app Google is planning numerous major changes for its Translate app....

The promise of quantum computing feels like something out of a sci-fi novel. We have heard about potentially huge breakthroughs in medicine and energy. However, its implementation in the real world still carries a hidden sting. Google recently issued a global call to action, warning that bad actors could use the quantum technology , originally designed to solve “impossible” problems, to dismantle the digital locks protecting our bank accounts, private messages, and national secrets....

If we’re being honest, the iPhone we’re most looking forward to this year has to be the iPhone 17 Air . Sure, it might not pack the same punch as the Pro models or be as cheap as the base model, but its new ultra-thin form factor is exciting. Now, a new hands-on video shared by tipster Majin Bu Official has revealed what the Sky Blue finish of the iPhone 17 Air could look like in real life....

This year, Apple bet on the iPhone Air as an ultra-slim alternative in its flagship phone lineup. The device attempted to fill the void left by the iPhone Plus, whose popularity had been plummeting in recent generations. However, it seems the company’s efforts failed to attract the attention they desired. A report yesterday claimed that Apple has canceled (or indefinitely postponed) the launch of the iPhone Air 2 , originally planned for 2026, and now another source reveals the reason: the integration of a dual-camera system....

Your Android device is a powerhouse of versatility, handling nearly any task from complex productivity workflows to instant global communication. Yet, you may still encounter a frustrating scenario: being asked to fax a signed document when you have no access to a physical fax machine. While faxing might seem like a technology from a bygone era, it remains a critical method for secure document transmission in industries like healthcare, legal, and finance due to its established security protocols....

Australia’s online gambling landscape is going through a quiet but crucial transformation. Over the past few years, the government has intensified efforts to crack down on unlicensed gambling apps — platforms that continue to target Australians despite clear bans and strict regulations. These apps, often hosted offshore, operate outside national law and have become a growing cybersecurity concern in the country’s digital ecosystem. Although the Interactive Gambling Act has long prohibited unlicensed online casinos from offering services to Australian users, the surge in mobile technology has created new loopholes....

Instagram, which will soon turn 15, is getting updated with some very familiar social media features. The photo- and video-sharing service is among the most used apps on Android and iOS platforms. Instagram is now getting its very own spin on classic retweets . Additionally, there’s a new social map, a feature that’s quite popular on Snapchat, and a new Friends tab in the Reels section to check out what your friends are engaging with....

Apple’s latest flagship, the iPhone 17 Pro , has arrived, and with it, a new “scratchgate” controversy. Users and media outlets are reporting that the phone is more susceptible to scuffs than previous models. Some even noticed marks and scratches on new iPhone 17 Pro and iPhone 17 Pro Max units still on display in Apple Stores. While this isn’t the first time an iPhone has faced a durability scandal, the reasons behind this one are a bit different....

When you get a call, it has to go through your telecommunications provider first. This means that carriers such as Verizon have the potential ability to help users screen calls, especially if there is potential that a scam could be taking place. The good news is that Verizon has listened and it is now implementing a new Calling ID system . Verizon introduces Calling ID system In a press release by CTIA, the company has announced that it has signed a contract with Verizon to provide the carrier with Branded Calling ID services....

You have probably heard of Mint Mobile before. Mint Mobile has done a lot of advertising with different influencers over the years and is really seen everywhere. And it’s not hard to see why. With Mint Mobile, you can get cell service for as little as $15 per month, which grabs a lot of attention. Of course, if that didn’t get your attention, Ryan Reynolds owns Mint Mobile. And, of course, he has starred in some of the company’s ads....

More details have just surfaced regarding the OnePlus 15T, including its weight, colors, and more . The OnePlus 15T is the company’s upcoming compact flagship, and the information shared comes from Digital Chat Station . The OnePlus 15T weight has been revealed, along with the phone’s colors The OnePlus 15T will weigh 194 grams, based on this information, and it will arrive in three color variants. Relaxing Matcha, Healing White Chocolate, and Pure Cocoa colors were mentioned....

OpenAI has reached a new consumer milestone with the launch of its Sora video generation application. Released exclusively for iOS, the invite-only Sora app quickly ascended to the top spot among all free apps in the US App Store. The high demand is driven by the advanced capabilities of the new Sora 2 model . This represents a significant technical advancement over the original Sora technology. OpenAI itself compares the resulting quality jump to the major progression observed between its foundational large language models, GPT-1 and GPT-3....

The smartphone camera wars are heating up. A new leak suggests that OPPO is preparing to launch a major contender. The company’s next top-tier flagship phone, namely the OPPO Find X9 Ultra, could feature a camera system with truly groundbreaking camera sensors, potentially setting a new standard for mobile photography. OPPO Find X9 Ultra camera sensor tipped to jump on the 200MP bandwagon The latest data bits come from the well-known Chinese tipster Digital Chat Station....

This time around, we’re comparing the latest vanilla smartphone from Google vs the cheapest Galaxy S25 smartphone. In other words, we’ll be comparing the Google Pixel 10 vs Samsung Galaxy S25 . Both of these smartphones are actually quite compact, the most compact in their series. So if you’re looking for a compact smartphone to buy these days, and you want a powerful phone, well… these two should be taken into consideration....

Reddit has announced that users in the UK have to go through its new age verification process to access “ certain mature content .” Users who fail to verify their age can’t access such content on the platform. According to the announcement, users will have to upload a selfie or a photo of their government ID in the Reddit app or website to view content restricted for minors by the UK’s Online Safety Act (OSA)....

Samsung has finally announced its very first tri-fold smartphone , and its name is the Galaxy Z TriFold. The leaked name turned out to be accurate, as the company officially announced the device on December 1 (EST, PST) / December 2 (CET, BST)! It was shown behind glass recently… and partially, but now we not only get to see the phone in its true colors, not to mention that plenty of details are available....

On Tuesday, Samsung finally announced the Galaxy XR after months of showing it off and doing demos at different events throughout the year. Originally shown off as ‘Project Moohan’, Galaxy XR is the first Android XR device to launch. Samsung partnered with Google and Qualcomm on this product, with Google creating the software platform and Qualcomm with the chipset – Snapdragon XR2+ Gen 2. Samsung says that this is the “first step in Samsung’s long-term XR journey, with innovations to come across the full spectrum of XR form factors, including AI glasses....