What was the worst year in modern smartphone history?

We’d like to think that each year is a bonanza when it comes to smartphone releases, but some years are definitely worse than others. We’ve already chosen 2014 as the best year of the last decade, but what about the worst years in modern smartphone history? Well, we can think of a few middling or even disappointing … Continue reading What was the worst year in modern smartphone history? Continue Reading →

Would you pay for an ad-free search engine?

Google’s dominant brand of web search has been one of the few constants on the World Wide Web over the past couple of decades. The tech giant’s near-monopoly on search traffic, combined with in-search ad placements and data collection have made it one of the most profitable enterprises in the world. Few would question that there’s any … Continue reading Would you pay for an ad-free search engine? Continue Reading →

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 2 (or Galaxy Fold 2): All the rumors (Updated: July 20)

Update, July 20, 2020 (1:37 AM ET): We’ve updated our Samsung Galaxy Fold 2 rumor hub with a new teaser all but confirming the arrival of a new foldable device. Read on for all the latest! Original article: The original Samsung Galaxy Fold certainly made waves — both good and bad — which has led to a fair amount … Continue reading Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 2 (or Galaxy Fold 2): All the rumors (Updated: July 20) Continue Reading →

OnePlus 8 update spills a ton of OnePlus Buds images, info

The latest OnePlus 8 update contains an APK file with numerous OnePlus Buds images. These images show off the earbuds as well as the charging case. The images also confirm or hint at a few upcoming features.   OnePlus has confirmed that the OnePlus Buds will be launching alongside the OnePlus Nord tomorrow, marking the firm’s first TWS earbuds. The … Continue reading OnePlus 8 update spills a ton of OnePlus Buds images, info Continue Reading →

Redmi Note 9 launches in India: Gaming chip, big battery for 11,999 rupees

Xiaomi has launched the Redmi Note 9 in India. The phone delivers a Helio G85 chipset and 48MP quad camera. Expect to pay at least Rs 11,999 for the smartphone when it goes on sale later this week.   Xiaomi teased the arrival of the Redmi Note 9 in India earlier this month, joining the Redmi … Continue reading Redmi Note 9 launches in India: Gaming chip, big battery for 11,999 rupees Continue Reading →

Google Chrome is testing a ‘download later’ feature: here’s now to enable it

Google is currently testing a “download later” feature for Chrome. The feature will let users schedule downloads. It’s only available in Canary builds hidden behind a flag. Google Chrome on Android will soon let users schedule downloads, effectively transforming the browser into a file download manager. As spotted by Techdows (via XDA-Developers), the new feature will ask users if … Continue reading Google Chrome is testing a ‘download later’ feature: here’s now to enable it Continue Reading →

Samsung Galaxy Note 20 shown off in most detailed leak yet

Following numerous Note 20 Ultra leaks Samsung’s Galaxy Note 20, the step-down model from the top-of-the-line Note 20 Ultra, has leaked in a new 360-degree render thanks to tipster Evan Blass. The render shows off a handset with a much flatter screen than what we’re expecting from the Ultra, and the rear camera module also appears … Continue reading Samsung Galaxy Note 20 shown off in most detailed leak yet Continue Reading →

What Intel’s Thunderbolt 4 means for your next PC

Expect more features (and confusion). It’s hard to get excited for a new interface protocol, I get it. But Intel’s upcoming Thunderbolt 4 tech could end up making your next PC a lot more capable than today’s systems. Just imagine hooking up two 4K displays to an impossibly thin and sleek ultraportable, which also happens … Continue reading What Intel’s Thunderbolt 4 means for your next PC Continue Reading →

DJI’s Osmo Action camera is down to $250 at Amazon and Best Buy

The dual-screen 4K device is a solid competitor to GoPro. DJI’s Osmo Action might be missing a few useful functions, such as GPS and more robust social sharing and editing features, but we still think it’s a worthy competitor to GoPro. If you’re looking to pick up an action camera, you could do a lot worse. It’s … Continue reading DJI’s Osmo Action camera is down to $250 at Amazon and Best Buy Continue Reading →

NASA’s SpaceX Crew Dragon astronauts will return to Earth on August 2nd

Next, SpaceX will begin regular flights to and from the ISS. Two months after NASA astronauts Bob Behnken and Doug Hurley traveled via SpaceX’s Crew Dragon to the International Space Station (ISS), they’ll return to Earth. NASA is planning for the SpaceX Crew Dragon to splash down in the Atlantic Ocean on August 2nd, CNBC reports. This … Continue reading NASA’s SpaceX Crew Dragon astronauts will return to Earth on August 2nd Continue Reading →