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Oleophobic Coatings Go Mainstream: What That Means for Phone Owners
Screen protectors now need oleophobic coatings to resist fingerprints and oil. The feature is becoming standard as manufacturers respond to consumer demand for cleaner displays.
Phone Makers Add Special Security Modes to Block Spyware Attacks
Apple, Google and Meta now offer special security modes that protect devices from targeted spyware. These settings limit device vulnerabilities for high-risk users.
Honor's Phone-Gimbal Hybrid Targets Mobile Videographers
Honor launches a smartphone with a built-in gimbal camera, aiming to attract content creators. The device blends phone functionality with professional stabilization, challenging traditional mobile video limits.
Cash App Launches NFC Wand for Contactless Payments
Cash App introduces a star-shaped NFC wand for tap-to-pay, the first of several hardware payment gadgets the company plans to release.
Nimble Power Bank Splits In Half to Share a Charge with Friends
Nimble launches a power bank that detaches into two halves, allowing one device to charge two phones at once via USB-C.
GameSir's Pocket Taco Controller Leaves Gamers Confused
The GameSir Pocket Taco is a vertical clamshell mobile controller that struggles to find its audience due to awkward design and unclear purpose.
USB Power Delivery Standard Reshapes Device Charging Landscape
The USB Power Delivery standard is transforming how devices charge, enabling faster power transfer and universal compatibility across laptops, phones and tablets.
EcoFlow Power Bank With Retractable Cable Targets Cable Loss
EcoFlow's new 45W power bank features a retractable USB-C cable and built-in AC plug, eliminating the need for separate cables. The compact design targets travelers and users who frequently lose charging cords.
How Apple Converted Headphone Users Into A Billion-Dollar Accessory Market
Apple’s AirPods created a new market for wireless earbuds, driving massive revenue and reshaping consumer electronics.
Used iPhone Market Booms as Apple Price Hikes Drive Shoppers to Refurbished Devices
Apple price hikes are pushing consumers toward used iPhones. Refurbished devices offer savings and long software support.
Vertu Launches Foldable Phone With Dedicated AI Agent
Luxury phone maker Vertu returns with the AlphaFold foldable and its new Hermes AI assistant for wealthy buyers.
Google Phone App Flags AI Voice Cloning Scams That Spoof Your Contacts
Google's Phone app now alerts users when scammers spoof a contact's number and use AI voice cloning. The feature targets the $893 million lost to such scams in 2025.
Pentagon Knew of Phone Tracking Risk for Years but Failed to Act
US military knew cheap fixes could stop phone tracking exposing troops but failed to act; now adversaries use that data.
Google Tests Phone Number Requirement for Full Free Storage
Google is testing a policy that cuts free storage to 5GB for new accounts unless users provide a phone number, raising privacy concerns.
London's Phone Theft Fight: Met Police and Apple Share Stolen Device Data
London's Metropolitan Police and Apple will share stolen device identifiers to disrupt the city's phone theft market. The collaboration aims to collapse criminal networks and push for new legislation if tech companies fail to act.
Oppo Find X9 Ultra Challenges Camera Phone Leaders
A professional photographer praises Oppo's Find X9 Ultra as a stunning camera phone but admits one rival still outperforms it. The device pushes smartphone photography boundaries.
Leaked Driver's Licenses Exposed in Prison Phone Service Breach
A data leak at prison phone provider Pay Tel exposed over 300,000 driver's licenses and inmate communications. Security researchers discovered the breach.
Google Tests Reduced Free Storage for New Accounts Without Phone Number
Google is testing a policy in select regions that limits new accounts to 5GB free storage unless users link a phone number. The move aims to curb abuse but raises privacy questions.
Motorola Razr 2026: Style Over Substance in the Foldable Phone Market
Motorola's latest Razr flip phones dazzle with design but lag in performance and value. A closer look at the trade-offs.
Android Auto overheating stays a stubborn issue for phone users
Many drivers find their phones overheating when using Android Auto. The problem stems from high resource demands. Users can take steps to reduce heat buildup.