Samsung is now focusing its energy on the final preparations for the Galaxy S26 launch. However, that doesn’t mean the current flagship is being ignored. To kick off the year, the company has released the One UI 8.5 beta 3 update for the Galaxy S25 series, also shipping the January 2026 security patch. This firmware, already available for the Galaxy S25, S25+ , and Galaxy S25 Ultra , polishes the software experience while providing a glimpse of what is coming in the next official release....

Certain Samsung refrigerators ship with a cover display, offering a sense of premiumness to your smart home . This addition, while entertaining, is also convenient for changing modes over Wi-Fi and other features. As you’d expect, these don’t come cheap. You’ll have to shell out top dollar to get one for yourself. This will be the last place you’d expect to see ads, but it appears Samsung thinks differently , as it will allegedly start serving ads on the cover display of these refrigerators....

It’s not hidden anymore that Samsung has an Android XR headset in its pipeline. There have been a few leaks and reports about the upcoming headset. In June, a report from South Korea hinted that Samsung projects to ship 100,000 units . Now, we have some details about the price of Samsung’s Android XR headset, thanks to a new report by a Korean news outlet, Newsworks. That’s not all; the report has also spilled the apparent release date of Samsung’s Android XR headset, aka “Project Moohan....

Once you get into the Camera section on page 56, you can see the UI for the camera app. Which looks very similar to the Galaxy Z Fold 7 – which should surprise absolutely no one. But of course, there are quite thick black bars on either side, since this is a 10-inch tablet, essentially, when unfolded. The Gallery app also mostly looks the same as it does on, say the Galaxy Tab S11, with a thicker side bar, and your pictures in the center....

Samsung has announced the Vision AI Companion at CES 2026 , a new tool that you can use to enhance your TV viewing experience and elevate your entertainment to new heights. You might not think of what you’re watching and how the aspect of what you eat while you watch can improve the overall experience. Samsung is thinking about it, though, and it thinks its new Vision AI Companion tool really can assist users by improving the TV experience across the board....

The Exynos 2600 chip has reappeared on Geekbench , and this time around it’s showing even better results . This time, it’s faster than the Snapdragon 8 Elite and the Apple A19 Pro chipsets. The Exynos 2600 is back on Geekbench, and it’s faster than before This time around, the Exynos 2600 managed to score 3,455 points in the single-core test and 11,621 points in the multi-core test on Geekbench. This is like the third time it surfaced....

Both Qualcomm and MediaTek announced their new flagship processors quite recently. Qualcomm’s arrived earlier today, while MediaTek’s launched a couple of days ago. The processors in question are the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 from Qualcomm and the MediaTek Dimensity 9500 from MediaTek, the two chips that we are here to compare. Considering that these are processors, the comparison will be spec-heavy, as you’d expect, so prepare for that. These two processors will be utilized in a ton of smartphones in the next year or so....

A little over a week ago, a T-Mobile employee made a post on Reddit in which they warned that layoffs were coming . T-Mobile later issued a statement to us which acknowledged they were “making some changes” but are “continuing to hire.” Well, turns out the Reddit post wasn’t wrong after all. According to a filing with the state Employee Security Department, T-Mobile is conducting a series of layoffs at its headquarters in Washington....

T-Mobile has quietly launched two new loyalty plans aimed at retaining its existing customers. The carrier has not officially advertised or announced the new plans yet. This suggests that the plans may only be available to select accounts. They come with lower pricing, which might look appealing at first. However, the new plans have some notable compromises. T-Mobile quietly launches two new loyalty plans The launch of the new loyalty pl a ns is carefully controlled....

For years, Tesla stood alone as the major holdout. While nearly every other major automaker embraced Apple CarPlay as a standard, must-have feature, Tesla’s self-developed system remained closed off. Now, in a fresh development, reports indicate Tesla is internally testing and developing support for the highly requested Apple CarPlay platform. Tesla already testing Apple CarPlay support in its vehicles This strategic shift comes at a critical time for the electric vehicle leader ....

What happened with Boost Mobile? The history of Boost Mobile is a bit of a whirlwind. The FCC pushed for a fourth major carrier to ensure competition after T-Mobile acquired Sprint. Dish Network, led by chairman Charles Ergen, stepped in and acquired Boost in 2020 with its 9.3 million customers. However, under Dish and then EchoStar, Boost Mobile has struggled to retain users. More specifically, it dropped to 7.2 million customers by Q1 2025....

When you think about therapy apps on your Android device, you may not be thinking about the possibility of a data leak that could impact your personal life and expose your private therapy records. That would be a reasonable assumption. After all, therapy apps are built on the idea of having private conversations with a specialist about issues you want or need to work through. It’s all very personal in nature, and you generally don’t want this kind of information being out there for the world to see....

You only really know about a company based on the public image it wants you to see. But what really goes on behind the scenes? Behind the glitzy product launches, what exactly takes place in the planning process? If you’re curious about how a carrier operates, PhoneArena managed to land an exclusive interview with a Verizon representative who spilled the beans on the company’s operations. Verizon representative tells all According to the interview with the Verizon representative called “Jim,” it uncovered some of the things that take place behind the scenes....

We now know the global launch date of the Vivo X300 series flagship smartphones. The Vivo X300 and Vivo X300 Pro have been announced in China recently , and they’ll arrive to global markets on October 30. The Vivo X300 flagship phones will arrive to global markets on October 30 Vivo has confirmed that it’s happening, as the two phones will be announced for the European markets. The duo will make its European debut at 5 PM on October 30, it would seem....

Connected monitoring technology has changed how we live. Your smartphone tracks your steps. Your home security system alerts you to movement. Wearable devices measure your heart rate while you sleep. This shift toward constant connectivity affects millions of people daily. Services that monitor situations around the clock offer benefits you can’t get elsewhere. Families with aging parents often choose medical alert systems for seniors for continuous protection. These services go beyond healthcare, too....

It’s official: DIRECTV Stream is finally here. On the surface, DIRECTV Stream is really just a rebrand of AT&T TV (which was a rebrand of DIRECTV NOW). But there are some changes here that you need to be aware of. So we are going to tell you everything you need to know about DIRECTV Stream. And whether it’s worth using as your new Live TV Streaming service. When did DIRECTV Stream launch?...

From Traditional Gaming to Social Casino Freedom For many players, traditional gaming meant long trips to physical venues. Others logged into pay-to-play sites where each spin felt serious. Time, travel, and budgets often dictated when they could enjoy games. Social sweepstakes casinos offer familiar slot-style experiences without heavy financial swings. Players can explore games, pause easily, and step away without stress. This freedom has become a major reason many leave traditional formats behind....

While not officially present in the US market—like other major Chinese brands— Xiaomi has been among the benchmarks in mobile photography for years. Its main “numeric” series, and especially its “Ultra” versions , often surprise in this regard. Now, the company reportedly wants to take things even further in the Xiaomi 16 series with a “Pro Max” model that would boast a new and powerful main camera sensor. According to reports, the Xiaomi 16 Pro Max will arrive in China later this year as the true successor to the Xiaomi 15 Pro....

Speed tests and real-world performance data have made it clear that the NETGEAR Orbi 370 is the best mesh WiFi for seamless streaming. As streaming platforms push higher bitrates and households connect more devices than ever, the Orbi 370’s WiFi 7 technology delivers the speed, consistency, and coverage to keep every stream smooth. Below, we break down the six features that make it the top choice for streaming fans. Why is the Orbi 370 the Best Mesh WiFi 7 Router for Everyday Streaming?...

The e-commerce giant Amazon is finally all set to resolve a long-running dispute over mishandling customer returns and refunds. Amazon has agreed to a return refunds settlement valued at over $1 billion, pending court approval. The brand’s agreement follows a class-action lawsuit filed by the shoppers in the US. They accused Amazon of failing to issue refunds even after customers returned items properly. As per the court filings, this case covers Amazon shopping dating back to September 2017....