It’s not just you: There’s a major outage impacting T-Mobile, Verizon, and AT&T
It hasn't even been one week since the last T-Mobile outage.
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Mobileabout 2 hours ago
Apple releases iOS 26.6 and iPadOS 26.6 with tons of security fixes
Today Apple has released iOS 26.6 and iPadOS 26.6. Both of these come with a whopping 78 security fixes, so it's definitely recommended that you install them as soon as possible. In case you haven't a...
Mobileabout 2 hours ago
Google Meet’s ‘Take notes for me’ tool is about to correct its biggest oversight
Google Meet is getting ready to add screenshots to its AI-generated meeting notes.
Mobileabout 2 hours ago
Ever shared a Claude chat? It may have appeared in Google Search
Anthropic says shared links only become discoverable after users post them publicly.
Mobileabout 3 hours ago
Google will let your Pixel phone unlock your Pixel Watch
Google already lets you unlock your phone using a Pixel Watch through the Watch Unlock feature, but now it seems like the company is working on letting you do it the other way around as well. Strin...
Mobileabout 4 hours ago
First look: Per-app zoom controls on Samsung’s Galaxy Z Fold 8
Samsung's new Galaxy Z Fold 8 zoom options are hiding in Labs.
Mobileabout 5 hours ago
Nothing denies plans to exit 12 global markets, says it's "fake news"
Last week a report surfaced claiming that Nothing would be exiting "12 or more" global markets, following in the footsteps of OnePlus, the previous brand Nothing co-founder Carl Pei co-founded. In ...
Mobileabout 5 hours ago
Peacock is coming to YouTube Premium as your latest subscription perk
A heck of a deal, if you want access to both.
Mobileabout 6 hours ago
Android Auto users are frustrated that Gemini won’t run their routines
Add "Google Home routines" to Android Auto's list of Gemini fails.
Mobileabout 6 hours ago
MediaTek's Apple-inspired Dimensity 9600 variants revealed
MediaTek is expected to launch the Dimensity 9600 SoC this year, and a new rumor from China now claims there will actually be three versions. The Dimensity 9600s is said to be basically a Dimensity 95...
Mobileabout 6 hours ago
This highly-rated 175W car charger is down to $19.99 at Amazon right now
This 4.7-star JOYROOM 175W car charger is 20% off on Amazon, with dual USB-C and USB-A ports for powering multiple devices.
Mobileabout 6 hours ago
Meta hits pause on controversial smart glasses subscription plans
Meta has temporarily backtracked on its proposal of rate limiting the use of conversation focus in its smart glasses.
Mobileabout 6 hours ago
Samsung’s Galaxy S27 series could be in for some major battery upgrades
The next Galaxy S phones could offer up to 5,700 mAh.
Mobileabout 7 hours ago
Save $500 on the 2026 Apple 14-inch MacBook Pro with M5 Pro chip
Amazon cuts 17% off the new MacBook Pro, dropping this high-spec 2026 model to $2,499.
Mobileabout 8 hours ago
Samsung’s 2027 flagship lineup to boast 8 members
With the Galaxy Z8 series launch now in the rear-view mirror, rumors about the next generation of Samsung foldables are starting to creep in. And it seems next year’s lineup will be even larger. A new...
Mobileabout 8 hours ago
These stretchable Linkind Matter smart bulbs are down to an unbeaten $29.99
This 25% off Linkind BR30 deal gets you Matter support, color zones, and a stretchable fit for 5-inch and 6-inch cans.
Mobileabout 8 hours ago
Xbox games not playing for you? Here’s what’s going on
Microsoft experiences a major service outage, just days after the PlayStation Network went offline.
Mobileabout 9 hours ago
Apple Care One is expanding to 4 more markets
Following its US exclusive launch last week, Apple is expanding its Apple Care One plan to four new markets. Starting from August 4, Apple users in the UK, France, Germany and Australia will be eligib...
Mobileabout 9 hours ago
T-Mobile subscribers can get a $5 ticket to Spider-Man: Brand New Day
And enter to win a free Galaxy Z Fold 8.
Mobileabout 10 hours ago
Your Galaxy phone will soon force a factory reset if you forget its PIN
Your Galaxy device on One UI 9 will require a full factory reset if you wrongly enter its PIN or password 13 times.
Mobileabout 10 hours ago
Qualcomm reportedly notifies hardware partners of impending chip price hikes
Double-digit rate increases starting September 1 could force Android brands and laptop makers to further raise prices.
Mobileabout 10 hours ago
Samsung’s smart glasses aren’t trying to replace your phone, and that might be its biggest advantage
Samsung's smart glasses strategy revolves around smartphones, security, and durability.
Mobileabout 10 hours ago
New leak points to October launch for the OnePlus 16
Last month, tipster Digital Chat Station claimed that the OnePlus 16 would debut in September. However, the tipster has now revised the launch timeline, suggesting that the flagship smartphone has bee...
Mobileabout 11 hours ago
The best PS2 emulator on Android just gained LAN play support
We've also got handy backup and restore functionality to save your app settings, memory cards, save states, and more.
Mobileabout 11 hours ago
It’s not just you: Google Maps traffic lines have disappeared for many users
A bug is wiping out green, yellow, orange, and red route overlays across Android, iOS, and desktop web browser.
Mobileabout 11 hours ago
Global pricing for the Redmi Note 17 series leaks
The Redmi Note 17 and Redmi Note 17 Pro were launched in China earlier this month, and we recently heard the former would land in India on August 6. But of course the range is also headed to other mar...
Mobileabout 12 hours ago
Oppo officially confirms the A7 Pro Max with its largest battery ever
Last week a leak revealed that Oppo was working on the A7 Pro Max, a device that would have a massive 10,000 mAh battery. Then the phone seemingly ran Geekbench, revealing its chipset and RAM amount. ...
Mobileabout 13 hours ago
First look: Google Translate preps incredibly useful Live Translate widget
It could make Live Translate incredibly easy to access.
Mobileabout 13 hours ago
4 reasons why I’d get Google’s Pixel Watch 4 over the Galaxy Watch 9
Samsung has officially kicked off the launch season.
Mobileabout 13 hours ago
Google worries Android enthusiasts with potential on-device ADB changes that could break Shizuku
Restrictions under discussion could block local loopback connections, breaking root-free customization tools like Shizuku.
Mobileabout 13 hours ago
I tested the Z Fold 8 and Fold 8 Ultra — and this 4-month-old foldable beats both of them
The best foldable of 2026 already launched four months ago.
Mobileabout 13 hours ago
Poco M8 Power to debut next week with an 8,000mAh battery
Recently, references to the Poco M8 Power were discovered in the latest HyperOS firmware, hinting at an imminent launch. Now, Poco India has officially revealed that the smartphone will debut next wee...
Mobileabout 14 hours ago
5 Android phones you should buy instead of the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 8
Not the ideal upgrade.
Mobileabout 14 hours ago
OnePlus 16 design leak reveals what to expect from first flagship after US exit
We've also got a better idea of when it'll be unveiled.
Mobileabout 14 hours ago
I hated using the Galaxy Z Fold 7 for one reason, and the Fold 8 Ultra quietly fixed it
Opening the Galaxy Z Fold 7 was a frustrating two-hand job.
Mobileabout 14 hours ago
Gurman: Apple to unveil its smart glasses at WWDC 2027
A new report claims that Apple will unveil its first smart glasses in June 2027, with a commercial launch expected later in the year. The report also suggests that the company is preparing to introduc...
Mobileabout 16 hours ago
Apple’s smart glasses could beat Android XR and Meta where it matters most
Apple's privacy promises will be tested with its smart glasses.
Mobileabout 16 hours ago
Locked device? No problem, as Android could automate tasks anyway
You might not have to unlock your device for task automation functionality.
Mobileabout 16 hours ago
Honor Robot Phone to launch on August 12, unboxing video leaks
Last week, Honor announced that it will showcase its Robot Phone at the "Imaging Technology Launch Event," held in partnership with Arri. Ahead of the event, the company has now confirmed the smartpho...
Mobileabout 17 hours ago
Google could flip Watch Unlock around with a new Pixel feature
Google's Watch Unlock feature may soon come full circle with a new Phone to Watch Unlock feature.
Mobileabout 18 hours ago
vivo X300 E is official with Zeiss-backed triple-rear cameras, Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 SoC
vivo’s latest X300 series phone has gone official in China. The vivo X300 E comes with a Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 chipset and features a Zeiss-backed triple-rear camera setup. It sports a 6.59-inch OLED ...
Mobileabout 19 hours ago
Samsung’s flagship lineup may grow to 8 phones a year with the Galaxy Z TriFold 2
The Galaxy Z TriFold 2 and Galaxy S27 Pro could help Samsung build its most diverse flagship smartphone lineup yet.
Mobileabout 20 hours ago
GrapheneOS reveals what’s finally making Motorola support possible
GrapheneOS says advances made by Qualcomm are finally making its planned Motorola support possible.
Mobileabout 22 hours ago
Xiaomi Smart Band 10 Pro review
Introduction, unboxing This is the new Xiaomi Smart Band 10 Pro, which launched globally at the end of May. You can look at it as a successor to the Smart Band 9 Pro (review here), or as its own th...
Mobile1 day ago
Apple wants to save money on the iPhone 18 Pro Max's screen
According to a new rumor out of Korea, Apple is trying to offset some of the higher costs of memory and storage for its upcoming iPhone 18 Pro Max by getting cheaper displays. In fact, its panel su...
Mobile1 day ago
Samsung Galaxy S25 series could get One UI 9 beta soon
Samsung is internally testing Android 17-based One UI 9 for several Galaxy devices, including the Galaxy S25 series; however, the Korean company has released One UI 9 beta only for the Galaxy S26 line...
Mobile1 day ago
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 and Z Fold8 Ultra launch, Week 30 in review
Samsung unveiled its 2026 foldable lineup and the book-style family now features two distinct models - the shorter and wider (4:3) Galaxy Z Fold8, aimed at media consumption and everyday usability. Th...
Mobile1 day ago
Deals: pre-orders for the Galaxy Z Fold8, Z Fold8 Ultra and Z Flip8 are a go
This week, Samsung unveiled its next generation foldables, which included the first wide foldable in Europe (the Huawei Pura X Max never did launch on the Old Continent). The company is also launching...
Mobile1 day ago
Forget the Z Fold 8 Ultra — Samsung just made the Galaxy S27 a lot more exciting
Samsung's silicon-carbon era starts now.
Mobile1 day ago
These are the first 5 apps I’d install on the Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra
That massive screen would make my digital life just a tad easier in many ways.
Mobile1 day ago
These 11 paid Android apps are worth every penny I spent
Get your wallets out because these premium apps are brilliant!
Mobile1 day ago
The $2,100 Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra gets 6 major things wrong
Samsung's newest Fold still doesn't feel truly "Ultra."
Mobile1 day ago
Weekly poll: Will you buy a Galaxy Z Fold8, Z Fold8 Ultra or a Z Flip8?
Samsung believes that foldables are the future – and, perhaps, that wide models like the new Galaxy Z Fold8 are the future of foldables. What do you think? Starting with the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8,...
Mobile1 day ago
The Google Pixel Launcher is better than ever, but it’s still missing 5 big features
I like my widgets the way I like my pancakes: stacked.
Mobile2 days ago
Storage upgrades cost too much, and we need microSD cards back
The economics of phone storage have changed, and microSD cards deserve another look.
Mobile3 days ago
5 Android phones you should buy instead of the Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra
The Ultra is a powerful device, but it isn't for everyone.
Mobile3 days ago
Samsung keeps ignoring a hardware flaw with its foldables, and I’m sick of it
Samsung needs to get serious about durability.
Mobile3 days ago
I’ve used every Pixel Tensor chip. Here’s where Google went wrong — and what I hope comes next
Looking at the state of Tensor ahead of the Pixel 11.
Mobile3 days ago
The Galaxy Z Fold 8 has worse specs than my current phone. I might buy it anyway
I don't need it. I definitely don't need it.
Mobile3 days ago
The Galaxy Z Flip 8’s best upgrade on paper is the one that worries me the most
The Galaxy Z Flip 8's Snapdragon chip is a weak attempt to justify its price hike.
Mobile3 days ago
One ring to track them all: RingConn teams up with Lord of the Rings
The most obvious smart ring collaboration has finally happened with the arrival of the Ringconn Gen 3.
Mobile3 days ago
Google Home users lose hands-free control of Nest Thermostats
Google’s latest smart home glitch leaves Nest owners adjusting temps the old-fashioned way.
Mobile3 days ago
Pixel 11 price hikes look confirmed, as Google exec warns Pixel 10a could be next
Google will "dynamically" adjust Pixel prices to match supply realities.
Mobile3 days ago
Roku’s streaming hardware is getting up to 50% more expensive
MSRPs have gone up by $10 to $50.
Mobile3 days ago
GrapheneOS duress PIN could land a man in prison
A US man is being prosecuted after allegedly using a GrapheneOS duress PIN to wipe his Pixel during a border search.
Mobile3 days ago
Anthropic’s new Claude model comes close to Fable 5 at half the cost
Similar power, half the bill.
Mobile3 days ago
Samsung may finally let you set screen zoom levels on a per-app basis
Samsung's latest foldables are hiding a big new accessibility feature.
Mobile3 days ago
Is the PlayStation Network down for you? Here’s what’s going on (Update)
Every service on the PSN is having issues.
Mobile3 days ago
Nothing rejects market exit rumors, insists global operations remain active
Nothing is firing back at a report alleging its existing 12 markets.
Mobile3 days ago
The BOOX Picco could be the tiny e-reader of your dreams
It's got a 3.97" display and expandable storage.
Mobile3 days ago
The Google Pixel 10 Pro is still just $699 ahead of the upcoming Pixel 11 launch
Save $300 on the Google Pixel 10 Pro at Amazon and grab Google's compact flagship with a 6.3-inch display for $699.
Mobile3 days ago
Google finally puts phones running 10-year-old Android out of their misery
Google now requires Android 7.0 or newer software versions to operate Play services on Android smartphones.
Mobile3 days ago
Mammotion YUKA mini 2 deal cuts $350 off this LiDAR robot lawn mower
Mammotion’s wire-free robot mower drops to $1,398.99, with LiDAR navigation, AI vision, and support for lawns up to 1,000m².
Mobile3 days ago
Nothing launches Essential Apps for building apps right on your phone
Nothing also announced a pause on publishing new apps to Playground.
Mobile3 days ago
Apple Watch Series 11 drops to a record-low $350 at Amazon
This Apple Watch Series 11 deal cuts $149 off the $499 RRP, plus you get a 4.7-star smartwatch with cellular support.
Mobile3 days ago
After OnePlus, Nothing could be the next brand to leave multiple global markets (Update)
A report claims London-based Nothing faces 40% headcount cuts and market exits amid rising costs.
Mobile3 days ago
Samsung could bring silicon-carbon batteries to Galaxy S27 series, but not all of them
Don't expect a huge capacity upgrade, while it's possible that at least one model won't get the feature.
Mobile3 days ago
Google might soon let you skip the Gemini watermark on your Nano Banana images
Ditch that ugly watermark, Google!
Mobile3 days ago
This unique phone with a rear OLED screen could soon be available globally
A new report claims Xiaomi’s upcoming 18 Pro series, which features a unique rear display, could be available globally.
Mobile3 days ago
Gemini Daily Brief could soon become much more useful and customizable
No, Gemini, I do not want to see emails in my Daily Brief.
Mobile3 days ago
Samsung Galaxy S27 series camera specs and codenames leak again
New leak reveals internal "NM" codenames and some sensor details for Samsung's next flagship lineup.
Mobile3 days ago
Claude’s voice mode is getting a lot more useful with support for more models and tools
It can check your calendar, create Notion documents, and do a lot more.
Mobile3 days ago
ChatGPT Voice can now supercharge your desktop tasks
The version 26.715 update brings the recently launched GPT-Live capabilities to the ChatGPT desktop apps.
Mobile4 days ago
I milled an Android figurine out of a solid block with an AI-powered 5-axis CNC machine
The InfiMaker K1 is a desktop 5-axis CNC machine designed to turn digital ideas into real products.
Mobile4 days ago
We’re about to witness a critical moment for Samsung’s Galaxy Z Flip series
The Z Flip 8 has its work cut out for it. Will it deliver?
Mobile4 days ago
There’s a dark side to the Galaxy Z Fold 8’s thinner and wider design
Thin enough to fool you.
Mobile4 days ago
ChatGPT Health is rolling out widely, but Android users won’t be too happy
ChatGPT can now give you medical advice by accessing your health records.
Mobile4 days ago
Gemini Live could soon let you toss files into the conversation mid-chat
Gemini Live could stop making you describe an image and just take that damn file.
Mobile4 days ago
5 reasons I’d buy the Galaxy Z Fold 8 instead of the Fold 8 Ultra (after using both phones)
The cheaper Galaxy Z Fold 8 is the one I'd actually buy.
Mobile4 days ago
Did Qualcomm’s new Snapdragon Wear Elite chip nuke the Galaxy Watch Ultra 2’s battery gains?
Samsung bumped the Galaxy Watch Ultra 2 to an 800mAh battery, but official quotes show no increase in battery life.
Mobile4 days ago
The $1,200 Z Flip 8 charges slower than a $300 Android phone, and that’s just embarrassing
Samsung's Z Flip 8 is outpaced by phones that cost a fraction of its expensive price tag.
Mobile4 days ago
Ultrahuman’s new ‘Emerald’ update is a massive overhaul of how the app works
You can now pair your Apple Watch, Garmin, or WHOOP with the Ultrahuman app.
Mobile4 days ago
Microsoft talks LG into removing McAfee adware from its… monitors
LG's automatically downloaded monitor app will no longer show McAfee pop-ups, but another major concern remains.
Mobile4 days ago
Gemini’s glowy makeover appears headed for the floating overlay and Live screens
Gemini is trying to love more alive than ever.
Mobile4 days ago
The Galaxy Z Fold 8 series borrows one of the best foldable multitasking ideas
You can now do a 90:10 split with three apps on Samsung's new foldables.
Mobile4 days ago
Fool us three times? Galaxy Watch owners are reporting abnormal battery drain yet again
It's been a horrible year for battery life if you're a Galaxy Watch owner.
Mobile4 days ago
Your Fitbit Air is getting a new update, but don’t expect flashy new features
This is the second firmware update for the Fitbit Air.
Mobile4 days ago
More people can now try Gemini Spark as Google broadens access
Google's powerful digital assistant is now reaching more users across the globe.
Mobile4 days ago
Google welcomes Walmart’s latest super-affordable Onn cameras to the Home family
Keep an eye on your property for a whole lot less than Nest hardware.