Leading up to today’s announcement, many were worried that Samsung might ditch S Pen support on the Galaxy Z Fold 7 . After all, we did not see many leaks about the S Pen, nor the S Pen Case that we’ve had for the last few Galaxy Z Fold devices. And there’s good reason for that – Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 does not support the S Pen. Essentially, Samsung has removed the digitizer that lives under the display for the S Pen to work....

Companies like Apple, Google, and Samsung already use custom chipsets for their phones. But last May, Xiaomi decided to toss its hat into the ring with its new XRING O1 chipset . The chipset made its debut in the Xiaomi 15S Pro , and now we’re hearing that Xiaomi is working on its successor. This is expected to come in the form of the Xiaomi XRING O2, but it appears that companies like Qualcomm need not worry about it....

It’s been almost a month since Xiaomi announced the Redmi Note 15 series in global markets. Today, two new wearable audio products have hit international markets. The products in question are the Xiaomi Mijia Smart Audio Glasses and the Redmi Buds 8 Lite earbuds. In the announcement post , Xiaomi has detailed everything about these products, so keep reading. Xiaomi’s Mijia Smart Audio Glasses reach international markets Speaking of the Xiaomi Mijia Smart Audio Glasses, it blends style with open-ear audio....

In a new showdown, XREAL has filed a new lawsuit in the United States against its rival Viture over smart glasses technology. The tech giant had earlier filed a similar lawsuit in Germany last year. XREAL claims that Viture’s XR glasses used its patented technology without permission. XREAL claims Viture stole its smart glasses technology in a new lawsuit In a new lawsuit filed in the U.S., XREAL claims that Viture is infringing on U....

Getting access to Google’s best AI models just became way more affordable. The company announced that Google AI Plus is now available in 35 new countries and territories , including the United States. At $7.99 per month, it’s less than half the price of the existing AI Pro plan. You also get access to some advanced AI tools. Google AI Plus now available in more regions Prior to this, Google’s AI Pro was the cheapest option at $19....

A new Google Pixel Tablet is not happening, at least not at this time. Pixel hardware is all the rage right now, thanks to Google’s announcement of the Pixel 10 series phones on August 20. At its late-morning event, Google announced a collection of new products, including the Pixel 10 , the Pixel 10 Pro, the Pixel 10 Pro XL, and the Pixel 10 Pro Fold. It also announced the Pixel Watch 4, Pixel Buds 2a, and a new color of the Pixel Buds Pro 2....

Robot vacuums these days are an expensive investment, thanks to all the advanced tech that goes into them, but they don’t have to be expensive, and this deal on the iRobot Roomba 104 is proof of that. To be clear, you can get plenty of robot vacuums for very little money now, but what isn’t common is being able to find a good robot vacuum for very little money. If you want a good one, you usually end up having to pay at least $500....

Want to edit photos or create designs even though you have no graphic design or photo editing skills? Adobe is bringing three of its most popular apps directly into ChatGPT. This will allow millions of users around the world to access Photoshop, Adobe Express, and Acrobat for free. This means that instead of jumping between multiple programs, you can now edit images, design graphics, and transform PDFs simply by describing what you want in plain language ....

Google is rolling out a significant usability upgrade to Android’s Desktop Mode . The tweak makes the platform’s productivity features much more intuitive when connected to an external display. The latest Android 16 QPR2 update now officially supports Circle to Search functionality, extending one of Android’s most convenient features beyond the phone’s built-in screen. Circle to Search arrives on external monitors with Android 16 QPR2 For users unfamiliar with the process, Android’s Desktop Mode allows you to connect your phone to a monitor and use it like a traditional computer....

Apple has been offering 3D facial recognition technology—dubbed Face ID—on iPhones for several years. Meanwhile, most Android smartphones , including those from major brands like Samsung, still lack this technology. They usually prefer to rely on fingerprint sensors and 2D facial recognition functionality for biometrics. However, Android phone makers, especially those from China, could beat Apple when it comes to offering under-display 3D facial recognition technology on their devices. Chinese brands reportedly testing under-display facial recognition tech According to reliable tipster Digital Chat Station, multiple Chinese phone makers have started internally testing devices with under-display 3D facial recognition technology....

Anker is one of the most popular names in the power supplies and charging accessories industry. As part of this, the company also participates in the world of portable power. Now, at IFA 2025 , Anker is showcasing its latest advancements with a new lineup of energy solutions designed for everything from remote work to full home energy backup. The firm’s new announcements also include a home solar system and an EV charger....

Apple is gearing up to unveil the iPhone 17 series at its annual hardware event on September 9th. At this point, it’s no secret that a new ultra-slim Air model will replace the Plus model. This is a significant shift in strategy, possibly aimed at attracting customers who prioritize aesthetics. Now, according to a new report, Apple seems to have ambitious production plans for its 2025 lineup. The company plans to produce approximately 100 million iPhone 17 units in 2025, with the Pro Max model accounting for a large portion....

It’s official. Apple is announcing the new iPhone 17 on September 9, after sending out invites today to media and analysts. The event will take place on September 9 – which is the last day of IFA , actually, and it’ll start at 10AM PT. As usual, it will take place in the Steve Jobs Theater at Apple Park in Cupertino, California. Typically, the iPhone event lasts about an hour or so, followed by hands-on....

IDC has just released a new report regarding the foldable smartphone market , and what’s in it is quite interesting. The company claims that the worldwide foldable smartphone market will grow 30% YoY in 2026, and Apple ’s first foldable iPhone is said to be the main reason for that. The foldable smartphone market to represent 10% of the total smartphone market by 2029 The company also claims that foldables will represent over 10% of the total smartphone market value by 2029....

Back in 2020, Apple launched the MagSafe ecosystem for its iPhones. It should not be confused with the other Apple MagSafe, which is used to charge the company’s MacBook laptops. Now, it looks like Apple has released its latest iteration of its MagSafe charger, but this time it comes with 25W Qi2 support. This accessory was launched alongside other iPhone accessories at the iPhone 17 event . New 25W Qi2 MagSafe charger Apple likes to keep its branding clean and simple....

Stress management features, like stress alerts on the Galaxy Watch series of smartwatches, are a boon to anyone who wears one because stress can be a hugely impactful thing on our lives. The thing is, you want those stress management features to work properly, and the stress alerts on Samsung ‘s watches seem to be doing the opposite of that. At least, that’s how it could be perceived. Recent reports from users indicate that warnings of high stress are showing up on their watches when they don’t feel particularly stressed, or stressed at all....

AYANEO Pocket Vert pre-orders are officially live, but don’t go racing just yet to grab this nostalgia-laden retro handheld, as you might want to consider the price before you decide to plunk down a bunch of money. AYANEO officially announced the Pocket Vert back in November. At that time, the company didn’t announce any details about price or availability. That has changed. The official Indiegogo page for this premium handheld is live, and pre-orders for the Pocket Vert indicate that, as suspected, it isn’t going to be a very inexpensive device....

Beatbot is coming to CES 2026 with another AI-powered autonomous pool-cleaning robot , called the AquaSense X, but it’s also introducing a new product called the AstroRinse Cleaning Station, and the two make up the company’s new pool-cleaning system. The former is, of course, the main unit that moves through your pool, cleaning the walls and floors. Meanwhile, the AstroRinse Cleaning Station ensures your AquaSense X robot is always ready to clean at its optimal performance....

CES 2026 has been a whirlwind of new tech, with some of the coolest devices we’ve seen in years making their way to the CES showroom floor . One of those pieces of tech is the pair of smart glasses made in partnership between ASUS and XREAL: The ASUS ROG XREAL R1 smart glasses. Unlike most of the smart glasses out there, these are designed with a single activity in mind, and that’s gaming....

Samsung is one of the biggest consumer tech companies in the world. They make all kinds of products, ranging from phones to tablets to computers, TVs, vacuum cleaners, and more. More recently at CES 2026 , Samsung took the wraps off their latest set of speakers, the Music Studio 7, which we have decided to honor with the Best of CES 2026 award . And honestly, it was an easy choice....