Galaxy Z Trifold Packs The World's Narrowest Fingerprint Sensor At Just 1.65mm

Samsung had to achieve quite a few engineering firsts with its first Galaxy Z TriFold device , and that includes the fingerprint sensor. Samsung’s partner, Goodix, which provides quite a few components for the TriFold, has released some details on the components , including the fingerprint sensor, which is the narrowest in the industry. The fingerprint sensor on the Galaxy Z TriFold is just 1.65mm wide. That makes it the narrowest fingerprint reader in the industry....

January 13, 2026 · 2 min · 285 words · Robert Marks

Galaxy Z Trifold Readies For Us Debut: Firmware Testing Starts

Samsung is leaving everything ready for the release of its first tri-folding phone, the Galaxy Z TriFold . Despite years of patents and speculation surrounding the complex design, a market debut appears imminent. Recent rumors point to December 5 as a possible official launch date . Now, recent developments confirm that the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold is on track for release, particularly in the United States market. Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold: Unlocked US firmware testing begins The initial release for the Z TriFold is expected to be limited to a few global regions....

January 13, 2026 · 2 min · 374 words · Angeline Khoury

Gemini Live Brings Native Audio Support To Android For More Natural Conversations

Google Assistant has typically been pretty good at answering questions, sounding very natural and also being able to understand context to a certain degree. However, ever since Google introduced Gemini Live, the company has taken it to the next level. But Google’s not done. The company has started a wider rollout of Gemini Live on Android with support for native audio. Gemini Live for Android gets native audio For those who have never used Gemini Live, think of it as a souped up version of Google Assistant....

January 13, 2026 · 2 min · 390 words · Olga Gilbert

Get A Pixel 10 Pro Xl For $0 With This At&t Pre

The time has come. The Google Pixel 10 series is officially out, and with new flagships on the market, the search for the best deal is on. While the Pixel 10 Pro XL isn’t exactly a budget phone, AT&T is offering a standout trade-in deal that could make your upgrade a lot easier on your wallet. For anyone on AT&T or looking to switch, the carrier is offering a chance to get a new Google Pixel 10 Pro XL for up to $0 when you trade in an eligible device....

January 13, 2026 · 2 min · 363 words · Amanda Hutchison

Get Ironclad Wifi With The Tp

We’ve all probably had experiences where the Wifi networks in our homes were unreliable because of a bad router that just doesn’t get the job done very well, but with the TP-Link Deco XE75 in this deal, that shouldn’t be an issue. The TP-Link Deco XE75 is a mesh router system that promises whole-home coverage, and right now you can pick up the three-pack for only $199.99. This is down from the original price of $299....

January 13, 2026 · 2 min · 298 words · Wilson Short

Google Adds Selfie Camera Support To Android's Screen Recording Tool

Native screen recording tools are available on Android . It is functional and gets the job done, but is it the best? Probably not. There are tons of third-party options out there that have more features. But the good news is that if you don’t trust third-party screen recorders, it looks like Google is giving the Android screen recording tool an upgrade. Google gives Android screen recording tool an upgrade According to a report from Mishaal Rahman over at Android Authority , Google is making some changes to the native Android screen recording tool ....

January 13, 2026 · 2 min · 380 words · Robert Weller

Google Brings Gemini To Your Smart Home — Early Access Users Get It First

The next major evolution of smart home devices is here. After testing it for months, Google has officially started the early access rollout of Gemini for Home in the US, bringing a powerful AI upgrade to Google Home devices. With this update, the home device adopts a more advanced Gemini AI as an assistant, replacing the traditional Google Assistant. Gemini for Home is now available for the enrolled early access program users Google began testing Gemini for Home in early October by inviting select users to try it....

January 13, 2026 · 2 min · 343 words · Evelyn Torgerson

Google Could Be Adding Controller Button Mapping In Android 17

Android 17 could be adding an exciting new feature for gamers with the presence of button remapping for connected controllers. This is something that isn’t currently available in Android, but it looks like that could be changing. While Android 17 hasn’t been released and Google hasn’t officially announced it or any of its features, a new button remapping feature for connected controllers was discovered in a Canary build. Android Authority reports that the Android Canary 2512 update includes this new button remapping menu inside of a Game Controller Settings menu....

January 13, 2026 · 2 min · 402 words · Bryan Lake

Google Fixes The Chromeos

The biggest argument against mass corporate adoption of ChromeOS has always been simple: legacy Windows apps. If your business relied on specialized software like an old ERP client, AutoCAD, or a macro-heavy version of desktop Excel, moving away from Microsoft’s ecosystem was virtually impossible. Now, Google is declaring that argument invalid. The company is relaunching Cameyo as “Cameyo by Google.” Cameyo by Google offers a unique Virtual App Delivery (VAD) solution....

January 13, 2026 · 3 min · 435 words · Joyce Lum

Google Gemini Will Let You Shop Walmart Directly In Chat

Google and Walmart are teaming up to make your shopping experience more intuitive and reliable through AI. Both companies will launch a new experience that combines the intelligence of Google’s Gemini with Walmart and its warehouse club, Sam’s Club. This experience will first start in the US and expand internationally. Walmart and Google will launch a new shopping experience powered by Gemini AI Neither company shared when the feature would launch exactly nor the financial terms ....

January 13, 2026 · 2 min · 326 words · Joan Bergin

Google May Finally Dump Samsung Modem For Pixel 11's Tensor G6 Chip

For years, the Google Pixel series has faced a recurring challenge: stellar software experience often held back by inconsistent hardware performance. Not only have Tensor chips been consistently less powerful than their competition, but they also lacked connectivity performance and battery efficiency. While Google made a major move by shifting its core Tensor G5 manufacturing to TSMC, the modem—a critical piece of hardware—remained tethered to Samsung’s technology. That said, it could end the Google Pixel 11 series with a new MediaTek modem implemented on the Tensor G6 chip....

January 13, 2026 · 2 min · 389 words · Keith Kinkelaar

Google Pixel 9 Pro: Ultimate Buyers Guide

The Google Pixel 9 Pro is the same size as the Pixel 9 , but it’s just as powerful as the Pixel 9 Pro XL. So the most accurate description of this phone is that it’s the smaller Pixel 9 Pro XL , basically. It shares the vast majority of specs with its ‘Pro XL’ sibling, that’s for sure. For those of you who want a rather compact smartphone, and still have a flagship in your hands, this is the device for you....

January 13, 2026 · 21 min · 4318 words · Jeanna Ryan

Google Pixel Camera 10.2 Fixes Controversial Exposure Controls Change

Updates are usually a good thing. It means bug fixes, improvements in performance, and sometimes new features. However, not all these changes are necessarily for the better. Sometimes, companies think they know better, but they aren’t always right. According to a 9to5Google report , Google has heard your complaints, and in the latest Pixel Camera 10.2 update, the company is pushing out a fix for the confusing exposure controls that frustrated users after a recent UI change ....

January 13, 2026 · 2 min · 358 words · Sylvia Atwood

Google Weirdest Creation Yet: The Rotary Keyboard You Can 3d Print

If you’re not aware, Google isn’t the same in every country. It’s true that most divisions are governed largely in the same way. However, there are markets, like Japan, with more specific needs. The branch of the Asian country has had a tradition of exploring experimental and unconventional hardware concepts for some time. Now, Google Japan is continuing that path with its latest keyboard project: the Gboard Dial Version. The Gboard Dial Version design moves away from the traditional QWERTY layout entirely....

January 13, 2026 · 2 min · 372 words · Salvador Garcia

Honor Magic V Flip 2 Debuts With 200mp Camera And Glittering Jimmy Choo Edition

Today, HONOR announced the new Magic V Flip 2 in China, ahead of its global launch next week in London. This is the long-awaited second generation of its Flip phone, and for this one, they have partnered with Professor Jimmy Choo for a special edition. There are quite a few impressive feats with this foldable, actually. For one, they were able to pack in a massive 5,500mAh capacity battery in a chassis that is only 6....

January 13, 2026 · 2 min · 339 words · Karen Schmidt

How To Use Wondershare Filmora’s Text-to

In the world of content creation, voiceovers play a crucial role in enhancing engagement, storytelling, and accessibility. However, not everyone has the time, equipment, or voice confidence to record high-quality narration. This is where Wondershare Filmora ’s Text-to-Speech AI feature comes in, revolutionizing how creators add voice to their videos with just a few clicks. What is Wondershare Filmora’s Text-to-Speech AI Feature? The Text-to-Speech (TTS) feature in Wondershare Filmora is an advanced AI-driven tool that converts written text into natural-sounding speech....

January 13, 2026 · 5 min · 901 words · Leonard Irvin

Huawei Watch Gt 5 Review (41mm): A Perfect Smartwatch For Women

Huawei announced quite a few smartwatches back in September , including the Huawei Watch GT 5, which I’m here to review. Prior to that, I reviewed the Huawei Watch GT 5 Pro and Huawei Watch D2 , both of which were also announced in September. The Huawei Watch GT 5 does look fairly different from those two devices, especially the 41mm variant that I received from Huawei. This smartwatch comes in 46mm and 41mm variants....

January 13, 2026 · 19 min · 3842 words · Virginia Komorowski

Jon Prosser Shares Update On Apple Lawsuit Over Ios 26 Leaks

Earlier this year, Apple filed a lawsuit against YouTuber and leakster Jon Prosser . The company was suing Prosser for leaking the design of iOS 26 ahead of its launch. Prosser had a deadline to respond to Apple’s lawsuit, which apparently he didn’t . This led to Apple’s lawyers filing a request for a default judgement. Now, Prosser has provided an update on the Apple lawsuit. Prosser provides update on Apple lawsuit In an update on the Apple lawsuit, Prosser released a statement to The Verge in which he says he isn’t ignoring the case ....

January 13, 2026 · 3 min · 458 words · Richard Navarro

Luna Band: The Perfect Ai Fitness Tracker For Monthly

The wearable market is currently flooded with smartwatches that act like tiny second screens for our phones. This means that you are always bombarded with complicated charts and endless data points. Luna, a health- tech company, chose to do things differently at CES 2026 . The Luna Band AI fitness tracker, their new product, doesn’t have a lot of displays. Instead, it focuses on something more personal: a voice-led coaching experience....

January 13, 2026 · 3 min · 509 words · Larry Morales

Mentra Live Smart Glasses Bank On Open

Mentra has introduced its first smart glasses, simply called the Mentra Live. Design-wise, these don’t stand out from the competition, but what makes Mentra’s smart glasses unique is that they employ an open-source OS with its own app store. You can download Mini Apps from here for various tasks, including a lot of livestreaming options. Mentra Live smart glasses run on an open-source software The MiniApp Store is apparently the first app store of its kind for smartglasses....

January 13, 2026 · 2 min · 348 words · Gail Bundy