Apple Upgrade program is coming next week with up to 36-month payment plans

According to a new report from Bloomberg, Apple is planning to launch a new device leasing program in partnership with Klarna. It will be called Apple Upgrade and will require a soft credit check. It will apparently work like a subscription, with iPhone and Apple Watch leases running for 24 months and iPad and Mac leases running for 36 months. The Apple Watch SE, the base iPad, the iPhone 16, and the MacBook Neo will be excluded from the program. You will be able to pay off the device early and upgrade early to a new model, as well as decide whether to return or keep the device at the end...

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Paramount's acquisition of Warner Bros. Discovery is on hold

The bidding war for Warner Bros. Discovery was won by Paramount Skydance, which forced Netflix to drop out. The deal has however been put on hold by a judge. Twelve US state attorneys general requested a temporary restraining order to block Paramount Skydance from closing the deal, and US District Judge Araceli Martinez-Olguin of the Northern District of California granted the request. The deal is now effectively on hold for the next 14 days. On August 3, the judge will hold a hearing on the state attorneys general's motion for a preliminary injunction, which would freeze the deal until...

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Apple's 20th anniversary iPhone may offer a 7-inch screen

Apple's iPhone will celebrate its 20th anniversary next year, and the company is rumored to mark the occasion with a major redesign for its iPhone Pro lineup. The upcoming models are likely to go by the iPhone 20 moniker and are said to feature an edge-to-edge quad-curved display and solid-state buttons. Well-known tipster Digital Chat Station has now claimed that Apple is testing a 6.96-inch display, which could make its way to the iPhone 20 Pro Max. Image generated using Gemini AI While that's only 0.06 inches larger than the panel on the current iPhone 17 Pro Max, the tipster...

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European Commission fines AliExpress €550 million for counterfeit goods

The European Commission has today issued a fine of €550 million against the Chinese e-commerce giant AliExpress for failing to "diligently assess and mitigate risks relating to the sale of illegal, unsafe or counterfeit products", according to the official press release. The company was found to be breaching its obligations under the EU's Digital Services Act (DSA). The DSA mandates that online platforms like AliExpress take measures to review potentially illegal products, and AliExpress apparently "overestimated the effectiveness of its system in detecting and removing illegal products"....

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Apple Sports app adds more soccer following the World Cup

The Apple Sports app has received a new update today to version 4.2, which was published a few hours ago. With this update, the app has added support for following the Belgian Pro League, Danish Superliga, Dutch Eredivisie, Japanese J1 League, Polish Ekstraklasa, Scottish Premiership, and the Swiss Super League. The Apple Sports app So, with these additions, soccer fans old and new can keep up with the most important soccer leagues worldwide. The update also adds the ability to see formations across most soccer leagues, so it's easier to visualize the starting lineup for each...

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Samsung unveils tandem OLED display for laptops that can reach 1,600 nits peak brightness

A couple of weeks ago, VESA introduced a new top-level certification for displays called DisplayHDR True Black 1400, which increases the brightness requirement by 40% compared to the previous top standard (you guessed it, it’s up to 1,400 nits now). Samsung just announced that its new OLED display has earned this certification and that it is already supplying panels to laptop manufacturers. The certification requires that black pixels remain at 0.0005 nits or lower while white pixels blast out 1,400 nits at 10% On Pixel Ratio (i.e. 10% of screen pixels are showing white, the rest are...

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Qualcomm Snapdragon 4 Gen 6 details leak, here's what to expect

Qualcomm is working on a new chipset with the model number SM4875, and details about it have now been leaked. This is expected to be called Snapdragon 4 Gen 6, and thus will obviously be the successor to the Snapdragon 4 Gen 5, which was unveiled back in May. The Snapdragon 4 Gen 6 comes with a very similar configuration of its CPU to that of the Snapdragon 4 Gen 5. It uses two Kryo Gold cores and six Kryo Silver cores. Unfortunately the leaked diagram you can see below doesn't show the clock speeds. The Snapdragon 4 Gen 6's GPU is now the Adreno 6 series (compared to the Adreno 4...

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Oppo A7 Pro Max is coming soon with a 10,000mAh battery

A new leak suggests Oppo is gearing up to launch its A7 series of smartphones. The leak also reveals the key specifications of one of the lineup's rumored models, the Oppo A7 Pro Max. Tipster Digital Chat Station shared the alleged specs of the Oppo A7 Pro Max in a post on Weibo. The phone is tipped to be Oppo's first to pack a 10,000mAh battery, corroborating an earlier leak from June. Oppo A6 Pro According to the leak, the Oppo A7 Pro Max will sport a 6.78-inch flat AMOLED display with a 120Hz refresh rate and 1.5K resolution. The smartphone is tipped to be powered by the...

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Samsung to reportedly produce more Galaxy Z Fold8 Wide units than Fold8 Ultra and Flip8

Ahead of Samsung's Galaxy Unpacked event on July 22, a new supply chain report has revealed the company's planned production volumes for its upcoming Galaxy Z foldable smartphones. The report, citing industry sources, claims that Samsung has set a higher production target for the wide-screen Galaxy Z Fold8 than the Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra and Galaxy Z Flip8. According to the report, Samsung has asked its suppliers to produce around 2.8 million units of the Galaxy Z Fold8. In comparison, the Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra is said to have a production target of roughly 2 million units, while the...

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vivo X300 E to debut next week with a 7,200mAh battery, Zeiss Telephoto lens

After weeks of rumors, vivo has officially confirmed the X300 E. The smartphone will be available for purchase in China next week. vivo has also revealed its design, color options, and a few key specs. The vivo X300 E will go on sale in China on July 27, with pre-orders already live through the company's official online store. The smartphone will be available in black, orange, and white color options. It sports a square camera module housing a Zeiss-branded triple rear camera setup, including a periscope telephoto lens. vivo has also confirmed that the X300 E will pack a 7,200mAh...

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Samsung acknowledges the Galaxy S26 Ultra red screen problem, a fix is underway

Soon after the Galaxy S26 Ultra release, reports online about a red screen issue started surfacing. Up until now, no one knew what the underlying cause was, and many speculated that it was a hardware problem related to the first-generation Privacy Display OLED. However, Samsung came out with an official statement, and an executive even explained what's causing the issue. Turns out, it's not a hardware problem, and it's fixable via a software update. According to Samsung's exec, the color balance may turn reddish when the OLED is exposed to strong ambient lighting. So to tackle the...

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Boy band BTS' J-Hope teases the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 ahead of launch

Samsung is hosting a Galaxy Unpacked event on July 22 in London, where it's expected to unveil its new folding smartphones, including the Galaxy Z Fold8, the Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra, and the Galaxy Z Flip8. We already know what these foldables will look like due to previous leaks, but we are now getting our best look yet at a working Fold8 as it's teased by BTS member J-Hope. South Korean boy band BTS' Jung Ho-seok, known professionally as J-Hope, posted a short Instagram Story on his account teasing the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8. There's nothing new to glean from this Story, but it corroborates...

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Android lockscreen bypass allows Gemini to send SMS without verification

These things happen from time to time, especially when dealing with such complex software with so many edge cases and even more so with software with special privileges like Gemini’s ability to run from the lock screen. In traditional “hacking” circles, this is known as an authentication bypass vulnerability or a lockscreen bypass. It is always so fascinating to observe what things people find or often stumble upon. You can see the short video for yourself. Still, it goes something like this: The user has mindfully disabled access from Gemini to certain apps like Messages, so naturally,...

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Apple Music and Apple One subscriptions get more expensive

Apple has increased the prices of Apple Music and Apple One subscriptions in the US and other countries. In the US, the individual Apple Music plan is up from $10.99 to $11.99, while the student and family plans now cost $6.99 (up from $5.99) and $19.99 (up from $16.99), respectively. The price of the individual Apple One plan remains unchanged at $19.95. But the family and premier plans got costlier by $2, as they are now priced at $27.95 and $39.95, respectively. Commenting on the price hike, Apple said, “As a result of rising licensing costs, Apple Music is increasing its...

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Google starts sending invites for the Pixel 11 series launch event in India

Google sent invites to the media in the US last week for the Pixel 11 series launch event, which will be held in New York City on August 12 at 6 PM ET. Now, the Mountain View-based tech giant has sent out invites in India as well. The Google Pixel 11 series launch event in India will be hosted on August 13 in Gurugram. The invite doesn't mention when the event will begin, but it could start at 12 PM local time, after which we'll receive details on pricing and availability for the Pixel 11 series in India. Google is yet to make any announcements regarding the Pixel 11 series launch...

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Deals: vivo X300 models on sale (with a free charger), Galaxy A37 gets a deep price cut

Amazon is running a promo that gives you a free 90W FlashCharge adapter with one of several high-end models. This is on top of regular discounts, of course. The vivo X300 Pro, for example, is 16% off. This model is equipped with a 50MP 1/1.28” main camera, a 200MP 3.7x/85mm periscope and a 50MP ultra-wide. It is powered by the Dimensity 9500 and a 5,440mAh battery with 90W wired and 40W wireless charging. The screen is a 6.78” 120Hz LTPO panel with Dolby Vision. vivo X300 Pro €230 offfree 90W charger ...

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Huawei Pura 90s Pro Max in for review

We brought you a hands-on with the Huawei Pura 90s Pro Max from the launch event in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. Now, it's time to bring the phone to our headquarters and start its review. The phone ships with a USB cable, a clear hard case, and a 100W charger in the box. There may be variations of this, depending on the location, similar to the situation with the battery - European customers will get a 5,500mAh battery, while elsewhere, units will have a 6,000mAh power pack. Unboxing the Pura 90s Pro Max We already went into detail with the phone in our hands-on. It's very...

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Motorola issues official statement on the Edge 70 Max's software update policy

Following up on our editorial regarding its incredibly confusing software support policy for the recently announced Edge 70 Max, Motorola reached out to us to clarify the matter. The company rep, who contacted us following our story, had this to say: We can confirm that Edge 70 Max arrives with up to 3 OS upgrades and up to 5 years of SMR. Lenovo and Motorola Mobility are committed to meeting the principles set out in the Lot X regulation and will continue to provide security, corrective and functionality updates to our phones and tablets, to help ensure the longevity and operation of...

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Samsung is adding yet another preinstalled app to Galaxy phones, but there's a silver lining

Companies can’t help themselves and do things that might have sounded nice in the boardroom but are met with groans from actual consumers. We suspect this will be one of those things – Samsung US just announced that select Galaxy phones and tablets will come with the Amazon Music app pre-installed. To be fair, the bloatware comes with a perk – you get a free 3-month subscription. This gives you access to all the songs and podcasts on the service as well as one free audiobook from Audible per month. The Amazon Music Unlimited subscription is $13 a month and you can only get a 1-month...

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Google rebrands NotebookLM as Gemini Notebook

Google's NotebookLM started off as a small Google Labs experiment back in 2023, but it has grown tremendously since then, reaching more than 30 million people and over 600,000 organizations. Thus, the company has realized that the product has basically outgrown its name. So, today, Google is announcing that it is renaming NotebookLM to Gemini Notebook. It will (at least for now) remain a standalone product "focused on being your premier research tool", but it will also "do more across the Google ecosystem, including inside the Gemini app and Google Search", the company says. ...

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New leak reveals Apple's plans for the OLED iPad mini and the next base iPad

According to a new report from Bloomberg's Mark Gurman, Apple is going to launch the OLED iPad mini "as early as this fall". It will be released by October, apparently. A recent rumor claimed that while the iPad mini will have an OLED display, it will not get ProMotion so it will be stuck with a 60Hz refresh rate. The OLED iPad mini may be more expensive than the current model, which now starts at $599 following Apple's recent price hike. This is the current iPad mini Apple is reportedly also working on a new iPad Air with an OLED screen, while the base iPad will continue to use LCD...

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EU adds exemptions to its removable battery rule for smartwatches, fitness trackers, ear buds

Back in 2022, the EU prepared new legislation that will bring back user-replaceable batteries on electronic devices. This will go into effect in February 2027, but some companies are already making the jump – for example, Nintendo released a special Switch 2 with a replaceable battery. But what about devices where having a replaceable battery might affect features such as water resistance? Well, the EU just added several exemptions just for such cases. An important category is the so-called “wet appliances”. These include: “wearable devices, such as wireless earbuds, heart rate monitor...

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Google Pixel 11 teaser video confirms Pixel Glow feature, pre-order date

Last week, Google announced that it will be unveiling the Pixel 11 family at an event in New York City on August 12. Now, the company has uploaded a very short teaser video for the devices onto the homepage of its online store of all places. Here it is for your viewing pleasure. The video shows a much-rumored upcoming feature called Pixel Glow, which is basically a circular LED light that can show a full range of colors. This will be used as a glorified notification light, of course. With its full-color array, hopefully it will be customizable to show different colors for...

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More details about OpenAI's smart speaker surface

OpenAI's first device will be a screen-less smart speaker, according to a new report from Bloomberg's Mark Gurman. It will be designed to be used inside the home but will be easy to move around the house and will use a rechargeable battery. Like any other smart speaker, it will be able to control smart home appliances, play media, answer questions, respond to messages, and of course this being an OpenAI product, it will have ChatGPT built-in. The chatbot will use a more advanced version of the new ChatGPT voice mode, with which you can have a true back-and-forth conversation, interrupting...

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Huawei MatePad Air (2026) hands-on

During its yesterday's event in Malaysia, Huawei introduced the Pura 90s series along with the FreeClip 2 S and MatePad Air (2026). We had our chance to meet the devices in person, so here's a quick rundown of the updated MatePad Air for this year. MatePad Air (2026) Just like its predecessor, the MatePad Air (2026) features a 12-inch display, but instead of a plain old IPS LCD panel, the newer Air swaps it out for a brighter OLED one with a 144Hz refresh rate. What's more, the screen features Huawei's PaperMatte coating that makes it look like paper. Reflections are reduced,...

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Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 and Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra full specs leak

We recently saw leaked renders showing Samsung's upcoming Galaxy Z Fold8 and Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra, and now it's time for their full specs. These have been leaked today by a usually reliable source, so let's dive right in. As you may already know, the Galaxy Z Fold8 will be the wide-style foldable that's aiming to compete with the iPhone Ultra. This will have a 7.6-inch 2448x1848 main folding screen with a 4:3 aspect ratio, and a 5.5-inch cover display with 1248x1972 resolution. Both panels will have 120Hz refresh rate. The display substrate is titanium now, which should make the crease...

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Samsung teases Flex Titanium tech, a key innovation for its next-gen foldables

The Galaxy Z Fold7 featured a third generation of Armor FlexHinge, which was 27% thinner and 43% lighter than the hinge inside the Z Fold6. Now the company is introducing the next innovation that will make foldable displays even tougher and slimmer while minimizing the crease – Flex Titanium. This is just a preview of what is to come on Wednesday next week. The Flex Titanium technology promises a more refined viewing experience for the new Z Folds, while making the display more resistant to external shocks and the wear and tear of being folded and unfolded hundreds of thousands of...

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Huawei Pura 90s Pro hands-on: a look at the more compact option in the duo

Huawei just announced its new Pura 90s phones - the Pura 90s Pro and the Pura 90s Pro Max. Two very similar phones but for slightly different crowds. Of course, the Pro Max gives you all the top-end features while the 90s Pro comes in a more compact footprint with minimal trade-offs. We already did a detailed hands-on of the Pura 90s Pro Max showing what the camera system is capable of. Huawei Pura 90s Pro The most notable difference between the two devices is the display size. The Pura 90s Pro gets a 6.6-inch screen, but doesn't skimp on the features. Just like the Pura 90s...

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China smartphone market shrank in Q2, but Huawei and Apple bucked the trend

Omdia released its global smartphone market share report for the second quarter of this year (April-June) yesterday, and today it's following up with the picture for the Mainland China market. Overall shipments have declined by 2% compared to Q2 2025. Despite that, both Huawei and Apple have managed to grow their shipments and market shares. As you can see below, Huawei shipped a record 15.2 million devices for a 23% market share, up from 12.2 million and 18%, respectively, in the year-ago quarter. Apple, on the other hand, shipped 12.4 million iPhones for a 19% market share, up...

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The biggest change rumored for the Samsung Galaxy S27 Ultra may not be happening

Back in April a rumor from Korea claimed that Samsung was redesigning the rears of the entire Galaxy S27 family, with the camera island being moved around in order for the company to be able to finally fit magnets for wireless charging to its flagship phones. A few days later the speculative render seen below emerged, purportedly showing the design of the Galaxy S27 Ultra (which is also expected to come with only three cameras). However, today a new rumor from Korea claims that Samsung hasn't decided anything yet. This source says all of the rumored designs (including the one...

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New Google Pixel 11 renders show it in three colors

Google is announcing the Pixel 11 family on August 12, and we've already seen the Pixel 11 in CAD-based renders a while back. Now, three new renders have surfaced seemingly depicting the device in three different colors. These have been found on Amazon as part of listings that appear to be placeholders or drafts for the upcoming device. The listings in question are sold and shipped by Amazon itself and show as part of the Google Store on the platform. Google Pixel 11 renders However, the names of these colors don't quite match what has been leaked so far. They are called...

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European Commission plans to limit children's access to social media

The European Commission will propose new rules limiting children's access to social media across the EU later this year, per Commission President Ursula von der Leyen. The move follows recommendations from an expert panel tasked with finding ways to better protect minors from online harms. Under the recommendations, children under 13 would only be allowed limited, supervised access to social media. Restrictions would gradually ease as they get older, however. The panel also called for platforms to prove they're safe for young users before granting access, shifting more responsibility...

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Leak suggests Galaxy Z Flip8 will be lighter than the Z Flip7

Samsung is expected to unveil the Galaxy Z Fold8 series and the Galaxy Z Flip8 at its Galaxy Unpacked event on July 22. Ahead of the launch, a new leak has revealed new details about the Galaxy Z Flip8’s weight and thickness. According to tipster Ice Universe, the Galaxy Z Flip8 will weigh around 180 grams, making it 8 grams lighter than the Galaxy Z Flip7, which weighs 188 grams. Leaked Galaxy Z Flip8 render While the difference may seem minor on paper, the reduced weight could make the Galaxy Z Flip8 feel more comfortable to use. The tipster also reiterated that the Galaxy Z...

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Motorola Edge 70 Max hands-on video surfaces ahead of launch

Just two days ahead of its official launch, a hands-on video of the Motorola Edge 70 Max has surfaced online offering a closer look at its design from every angle. Meanwhile, a new set of official-looking renders has also leaked, revealing the phone in all of its color options. The hands-on video reveals that the Motorola Edge 70 Max will feature a 50MP Sony LYTIA primary rear camera with optical image stabilization (OIS). Here's the good look at the Motorola Edge 70 Max.#Motorola #MotorolaEdge70Max pic.twitter.com/ZWghNsXvl9— Anvin (@ZionsAnvin) July 12, 2026 Motorola has already...

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Insta360 X6 leak reveals smaller design, pricing

The Insta360 X6 appears to be nearing its official debut. Ahead of the expected launch, WinFuture's Roland Quandt has shared the action camera's marketing images, key specifications, and expected European pricing. The leaked marketing images suggest that the Insta360 X6 will arrive with a noticeably more compact design, although its overall look remains largely in line with the Insta360 X5. Like its predecessor, the camera features a fisheye lens on both the front and the back. The display now sits directly below the rear camera, while the power and record buttons, as well as the...

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Google Pixel 11 Pro Fold leaks in new Pine shade

Google is expected to unveil the Pixel 11 Pro Fold alongside the rest of the Pixel 11 lineup at its Made by Google event on August 12. Ahead of the launch, a new leak has surfaced, giving us a look at the foldable in a new color option. The latest leak, courtesy of Mystic Leaks, gives us a look at the Pixel 11 Pro Fold in a new Pine colorway, which appears to be a light shade of green. The image also gives us another look at the phone's light gold frame and redesigned rear camera module. The camera cutouts now house both the LED flash and the microphone. Earlier leaked renders...

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Weekly poll results: the Honor Magic V6 has many fans, but its price keeps others away

The Honor Magic V6 is available in Europe at a discounted price of €1,700/£1,500 until the end of the month. The EU price is set to go up to €2,300 in August and the UK price relies on a £500 voucher, which probably won’t last long. In either case, you get a free Honor Pad 10 and a 24-month screen protection plan. Even so, the price is turning some potential buyers away. In last week’s poll, two nearly equal groups formed – those who are interested in buying the Magic V6 at its current price accounted for 25.3% of the vote, while those who are looking for a discount first accounted for...

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Motorola Edge 70 Max's battery details revealed

Motorola will unveil the Edge 70 Max on July 15, and it has already revealed the smartphone's design and confirmed the chip that will power it. Now, Indian online retailer Flipkart has revealed more details about the Motorola Edge 70 Max, including its battery capacity and charging speed. The Motorola Edge 70 Max will pack a 7,100 mAh battery with 90W wired charging and "category's only fast magnetic wireless charging." How fast? 25W. Additionally, Flipkart revealed that the Snapdragon 8 Gen 5-powered Motorola Edge 70 Max will have up to 12GB of LPDDR5X RAM onboard and an...

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Deals: the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is under $1,000, the Galaxy S26 and S26+ are also on sale

At the end of this month, Samsung’s attention will shift towards launching the new Galaxy Z foldables – you can already pre-reserve one here. We know that some of you don’t care for foldables, so let’s have a look at what’s going on with Samsung’s slab flagships. The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is under $1,000 yet again. This isn’t the lowest price we’ve seen for the 12/256GB model, but it’s within $50 or so. Unfortunately, the upgrade to 512GB storage is quite pricey at the moment. Amazon has the better deal on the 256GB variant and the same $1,300 price for the 512GB variant as Samsung.com,...

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Samsung Health users asked to allow use of their health data for AI training or it will be deleted

Some Samsung Health users are seeing a notice when opening the app asking them to consent to the use of their health data for AI training and modeling. If users don't provide consent, they will not only be unable to sync health data with their Samsung account, but also lose it, as it will be deleted. If users consent, Samsung will collect health and wellness data, medication data, health records, and cycle tracking data. Samsung says the health data it will collect and process "will be used for AI training and modelling, including human review, to improve Samsung Health, including...

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European Commission says Instagram and Facebook's addictive design breaches the Digital Services Act

Today, the European Commission (EC) has announced that it has preliminarily found Meta in breach of the EU's Digital Services Act for what it calls "the addictive design of Instagram and Facebook". Specifically, its investigation focuses on features like infinite scroll, autoplay, push notifications, and the services' "highly personalized recommender systems". The EC's investigation indicates that Meta "did not adequately assess the risks of its addictive design on the physical and mental wellbeing of users, including minors and vulnerable adults". Highly personalized recommendations,...

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Verizon will provide 5G connectivity services for new BMW vehicles in the US

KDDI, which is a company that provides IoT services and connected experiences to its OEM partners, has a partnership with BMW Group. KDDI, on the other hand, also has a long-standing relationship with Verizon, which in turn provides 5G and LTE connectivity. That's why Verizon just made its partnership with BMW Group and KDDI official. The newly formed partnership means that Verizon provides its 5G Standalone Connected Vehicles services to BMW, so all new BMW vehicles produced for the US markets will make use of Verizon's cellular network. The press release doesn't explicitly say which...

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iPhone Ultra battery capacity leaks

According to Digital Chat Station on Weibo, one of Apple's usual battery suppliers just had a pair of batteries certified together, which means they are intended for a foldable smartphone (since these have split batteries due to the form factor). The batteries in question have a rated capacity of 1,921 mAh and 2,962 mAh, respectively, giving us a grand total of 4,883 mAh. This is rated capacity, which means the typical advertised capacity will be 5,000 mAh. So that's most likely what the iPhone Ultra will boast. iPhone Ultra speculative render Interestingly, it's on par with the...

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Netflix is once again offering free trials

Netflix is once again offering free trials. These vary in length from 7 to 30 days, depending on user and not necessarily location. Even so, if you try visiting in an incognito browser window or clearing cookies beforehand, you may get offered the full 30 days. The offer weirdly seems to exclude the US and UK for whatever reason. For a lot of users, the trial makes you select which plan you want - and that will of course be automatically charged at the end of the trial period. Thus, you can even opt for the most expensive Premium plan, which includes 4K HDR streaming. It's unclear...

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HMD Skyline 2 images and specs leak

The HMD Skyline is two years old this month, so you may be wondering when we should expect to see a successor. Apparently it is still in the works, but if you were hoping for a device with massively upgraded specs, you may be quite disappointed. According to a usually reliable source of HMD-related information, the Skyline 2 will be available in blue, black, and yellow, with a design that's very reminiscent of the original. HMD Skyline 2 leaked images At the helm will sit the Qualcomm Snapdragon 7s Gen 4 SoC, paired with 8/12GB of RAM and 256GB of expandable storage. The...

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Samsung is reportedly working on an AI accelerator chip for PCs

According to a new report from Korea, Samsung is planning to enter a new market very soon. The company is said to be working on an AI accelerator chip for PCs. It's codenamed Gaia and it's using a 4nm process. It comes with an optimized NPU architecture to enable more efficient AI computing on PCs. Samsung has allegedly already supplied prototypes of this chip to some unnamed "major clients", and the company wants to start mass production of the chip next year. Gaia is aimed at PC Edge AI computing and also the physical AI market (robots, for example). It's said to deliver great...

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Samsung’s Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra said to borrow Galaxy S26 Ultra's camera features

Samsung will unveil the Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra later this month as the successor to the Galaxy Z Fold7. Ahead of its launch, a new leak suggests the flagship foldable may finally deliver a flagship-level camera experience. In a blog post on the Korean platform Naver, tipster Lanzuk claimed that the Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra will "inherit key camera features of the Galaxy S26 Ultra." Leaked Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra render According to the tipster, the Galaxy Z Fold8 Ultra will support video LUTs for professional colour grading, along with improved low-light performance and enhanced...

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iPhone 18 Pro Max's weight and thickness leak and it's chunky

A few days ago a rumor doubled down on some previously leaked claims about the iPhone 18 Pro being noticeably thicker than its predecessor, by about 2mm. Today the prolific leaker who goes by Ice Universe has revealed the iPhone 18 Pro Max's weight and thickness, and if these numbers are accurate, it will be a bit chunkier than last year’s model. Apparently, it's going to weigh 240g and be 9mm thick. iPhone 17 Pro Max For comparison, note that the iPhone 17 Pro Max weighs 233g and is 8.8mm thick, so the increase isn't really as big as previously rumored. If last year's model feels...

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Apple loses bid to overturn its designation as a gatekeeper under EU's Digital Markets Act

In 2023, the European Union designated iOS, the App Store and Safari as “gatekeepers”. Apple has been unhappy with the rules this designation entails and has been fighting a lengthy legal battle. Apple tried to argue that it in fact has five app stores – one each for iPhones, iPads, Apple Watches, Apple TVs and Macs – and that they should not be treated as a single Core Platform Service (CPS). These are services which “play an indispensable role as an intermediary between businesses wishing to offer their services online and end users.” And in Apple’s view, only the iOS App Store cleared...

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