Weekly poll results: the iPhone 17e looks too cheap to cost $600

In last week’s poll about the Apple iPhone 17e, some 30% of voters say that they are not looking to buy an iPhone. Another 30% say they are looking for a new iPhone but are aiming for a more premium model. The 17e does have its fans, but it is a niche device – let’s break it down. Only 10% of voters are ready to buy a 17e outright and around half of that would join them if they like what they see in reviews. Speaking of, we have a review unit at the office and already posted an unboxing video. There is plenty to dislike on the iPhone 17e – even though it’s the most basic model, it still...

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Samsung Browser will get multitasking, AI and more with One UI 9

Judging by Google Chrome’s massive usage figures (3.83 billion worldwide monthly active users and 68-69% share on mobile, 89% on Android), chances are you are using the browser in any form. The Samsung Browser (formerly known as the Samsung Internet Browser) is one of the more popular alternatives. It comes pre-installed on all Galaxy devices and can also be freely downloaded by anyone else from the Google Play Store. It is very powerful, with plenty of customization and some interesting extra features like extension support. According to reports, Samsung Browser will be getting a...

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Deals: Galaxy S26 series now available, S25 and Pixel 10 models on sale

The Galaxy S26 series launched globally this week and Wednesday was your last chance to pick up an S26 series flagship with a free storage upgrade. Now you have to pay full price for 512GB storage. The phones still come with Amazon gift cards, however. S26 series pre-orders are up 25% in the US and that is almost entirely on the strength of the new Galaxy S26 Ultra features. The Privacy Display in particular as well as features like horizon lock and generative edit drew in the crowd. Check out our review for our thoughts on the new Ultra. And if you decide that you like what you see, you...

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Samsung's wide foldable might be coming this year

Rumors of a Samsung wide foldable have been going around for some time now. Last we saw of the device were a couple of UI animations for One UI 9. Well, according to industry insider Digital Chat Station, the device is in development and could arrive this year. In fact, it could be an entirely new device line to go alongside the Galaxy Z Fold and Galaxy Z Flip. The source hints at a 7.6-inch internal display, probably in a 4:3 aspect ratio that will resemble a tablet when unfolded and facilitate easier multitasking, document work and the like. The obvious drawback is an extra-wide form...

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vivo patents vertically rollable smartphone

Rollable smartphone concepts have come and gone in the past few years, but we've yet to see an actual product using a rollable display (there are, however, rollable-screen laptops already). While the rollable smartphone concepts we've seen thus far have all rolled the screen out of the side, vivo has patented something else entirely - a rollable screen that becomes longer, not wider. The vivo rollable device pictured in the patent application becomes taller as you roll out the screen, which is definitely interesting to see, yet we can't help but wonder what the actual use cases for...

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MacBook Neo is surprisingly repairable

The brand-new MacBook Neo is projected to be a hit in terms of sales and could turn out to be one of Apple’s most important laptops in recent memory. While its main claim to fame is the relatively affordable $599 base price ($499 for students), the Neo is also Apple’s most repairable laptop in a long time. YouTuber Phone Repair Guru performed a teardown of the Neo, and the results are fascinating. Apple opted for an easily repairable design with key components like the battery, speakers, trackpad, USB ports and display held in place only with screws and connectors. Virtually...

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Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra goes through durability testing, see if it bends

Yesterday we saw the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra subjected to a teardown on video, and today the same JerryRigEverything channel is back with its now-traditional 'durability test'. This shows how scratchy the glass is, what happens to the screen if direct fire is applied to it, and, of course, whether a phone bends. [#InlinePriceWidget,14320,1#] So if you're interested in finding out how the Galaxy S26 Ultra fares in all those areas, and some bonus ones, grab something to eat and/or drink, take a seat in a comfortable chair, and hit Play below. In case you couldn't watch the video...

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