Xiaomi has officially launched the Xiaomi 17 Ultra in China, its most premium phone to compete in the high-end market by 2026 with impressive specs. The release includes a standard model and a specialized Leica Edition, both of which introduce hardware solutions that close the gap between smartphones and traditional optics. Xiaomi 17 Ultra: Design and tech specs The Xiaomi 17 Ultra moves away from the curved aesthetics of its predecessors....

The Xiaomi 17 series debuted in China last year and has a total of four models, including the premium Xiaomi 17 Ultra . The phones haven’t even debuted in global regions, but we’re already seeing leaks regarding this year’s flagship, presumably the Xiaomi 18 series. A new leak coming from China sheds light on the Xiaomi 18 series camera and charging details. This also shows the areas where it’ll differ from the predecessors....

Smart tags have become increasingly popular, with Apple , Samsung, and Motorola launching their own versions. It appears that a Chinese brand may soon join the list. The company in question is Xiaomi , which, according to a new rumor , is working on a new Xiaomi Tag smart tracker. This will be a new product category for the brand. Xiaomi Tag smart tracker could launch on December 26th Leaker Repeater 002 on Weibo suggests that Xiaomi is finalizing the device and will apparently launch it on December 26th in China alongside the Xiaomi 17 Ultra flagship and other accessories like the Xiaomi Watch 5 and Buds 6....

Google has a number of ongoing antitrust lawsuits at the moment, and Yelp’s is one of them . Yelp has just seen a breakthrough in the case , too, as Judge van Keulen just ruled that all claims in Yelp’s amended complaint can move forward. Yelp has just won a key ruling in its antitrust case vs Google A federal judge in California said that Yelp can proceed in trying to prove that Google uses its monopoly power to get ahead....

Previously, Anthropic had a policy of not using consumer chats for training purposes. But that’s all changing. The firm now wants to use your conversations and coding sessions to improve its AI. If you agree, your data will be retained for up to five years. For current users, the default setting is already switched “on” in a new pop-up window, so you’ll have to actively switch it off if you don’t want to participate....

If you ever felt that YouTube should find some solutions to remove those distracting recommendation pop-ups lingering for a few last seconds over a video, there’s finally some good news for you . In a Community Post from earlier today, YouTube has confirmed that you can now hide those end screen video recommendations . You can now hide and choose to see end-screen video recommendations on YouTube To hide those distracting pop-ups, you will be able to select a new “hide” button whenever you come across an end screen....

YouTube is already one of the biggest names in media, so YouTube Music is likely going to be one of the biggest streaming services out there. So here’s everything you need to know about YouTube Music. What is YouTube Music? How much does it cost? What features does YouTube Music have? Where is YouTube Music available? How does it compare to the Competition? Should I sign up for YouTube Music? What is YouTube Music?...

YouTube TV has kicked off 2026 with a major update for its Android and iOS apps. The popular streaming platform is now rolling out a major redesign to its Live Guide, offering an experience somewhat identical to YouTube TV’s UI for TV sets back in 2023. Previously, the Live tab used to feature a minimalist list, featuring channels at the top of your screen with a preview. That has changed massively with the latest Live Guide redesign on mobile....

The world is going mobile–and fast. From food delivery to finance, everything is shifting to our phones. But it’s not just banking or ride-sharing apps driving this trend. Mobile gaming is dominating digital entertainment, especially in the U.S. According to Android Headlines, mobile games account for the majority of all purchases on Google Play. That number doesn’t just reflect casual players. It includes a massive, growing community of competitive gamers, including online poker players who want to carry the game in their pocket....

Android games are coming to Steam, just not in the way you might think. Steam has an app on Android, which allows you to access your account info and profile, the community (somewhat), news, and, of course, the store to purchase games. You can also chat with friends and see who’s online and what they’re playing. What the app doesn’t do is harbor Android games. You would think this is what Valve was planning, but that isn’t the case at all....

The Google app on Android is finally about to get a feature iOS users have enjoyed for years. We are talking about a fast, intuitive way to perform a private search. More specifically, Google is currently testing a new “incognito mode” capability. This will give Android users front-and-center control to disable history for individual queries. The upcoming update aims to directly address user friction. Currently, initiating a private search on Android often means opening Chrome, deliberately entering Incognito Mode, and then returning to the Google app....

Apple and Google are once again in the spotlight after a new report reveals AI-powered nudify apps on their platforms. What’s concerning is that many of these apps can take normal photos and create nude images even without permission. The finding raises concerns about privacy, security, and clear oversight by tech giants on their app stores. A new report reveals tons of nudify apps on Google and Apple’s marketplace A study published by Tech Transparency Project , a nonprofit group that tracks digital risks, shows a clear case of oversight by Google and Apple....

Apple announced the iPhone 16 series on September 9, 2024. Live from the Steve Jobs Theater on Apple’s campus in Cupertino. It comes in vibrant new colors, especially compared to the iPhone 15 , along with two new buttons. The Action Button that debuted on the iPhone 15 Pro last year comes to the regular iPhone 16, and there’s the new Camera Control button. Not the rumored “Capture Button”. Surprisingly, the prices are still the same, $799 for the iPhone 16 and $899 for the iPhone 16 Plus....

As they do every year, some YouTubers have made their way over to Australia to get their hands on the iPhone 17 first. Since Australia is far ahead of the US in terms of time zones, it’s the first country that can pick up the new iPhone. Apple Track, who has gone to Sydney the last few years to do drop tests , has done it once again. And the results from the drop test are pretty surprising....

In 2025, Apple announced the new iPhone Air. It debuted on September 9, 2025 alongside the rest of the iPhone 17 lineup. But interestingly, the iPhone Air does not use a number in its name. Which leads us to believe that it won’t be getting updated every single year like the rest of the iPhone lineup – sort of like the iPhone SE. iPhone Air Specs iPhone Air Price iPhone Air Design Where can I buy the Apple iPhone Air?...

Leading smart home security services provider, Arlo Technologies, on Monday announced a partnership with Samsung SmartThings. This agreement will integrate Arlo’s Smart Security Platform into the Samsung SmartThings ecosystem, with initial focus on the US market. Together, both companies are looking to provide more control and quicker responses to security alerts. Arlo expands Smart Security Platform’s integration with Samsung SmartThings The partnership will enable SmartThings users to access security services through the SmartThings app....

Google has now made the Pixel 10 Pro official, and it will start shipping on August 28. If you’ve already got your pre-order in, it’s time to check out some cases and maybe some accessories for your new Google Pixel 10 Pro. This year, Google didn’t make a ton of changes to the new Pixel 10 Pro; it kept the same cameras, the same size, and even the same display. Though the display has been upgraded a bit, to 3300nits, as well as the new Tensor G5 inside....

We are giving the Hisense 116UXS and 163MX flagship TVs the Best of CES 2026 Award for rethinking how the color science works in high-end displays. By expanding the traditional RGB spectrum, Hisense is fixing problems that have been around for a long time with digital color reproduction. The company’s answer is both simple and bold: add Cyan and Yellow subpixels to the mix. The “RGB MiniLED evo” system in the 116UXS makes it possible to get professional-level accuracy in the living room....

Wireless charging has managed to become quite popular. That especially goes for iPhone users, as Apple started pushing MagSafe quite some time ago. Android smartphones are getting on board, though, thanks to the Qi2 tech . Well, in this article, we’ll talk about the very best Qi2 chargers out there. There are a lot of options to consider, but we’ll highlight some of our favorites across quite a few categories, so chances are you’ll find something interesting....

A contact form is often the first real interaction between your brand and a potential customer. Done well, it builds trust and collects useful data. Done poorly, it blocks conversions. The goal is simple — make it fast, clear, and safe to use. Here are practical contact form best practices that help businesses improve usability and response rates. 1. Keep It Short and Purpose-Driven Fewer fields mean more completions. Keep only what’s essential — name, email, phone, message....