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James Dyson Award crowns two innovative global winners
The James Dyson Award has announced its 2024 global winners, recognizing two groundbreaking inventions that address critical issues in medicine and sustainability. Athena: Revolutionizing Hair Loss Prevention for Chemotherapy Patients…
Spotify expands listening history to 90 days with new “Recents” feature
Spotify has launched a new "Recents" feature that provides users with an expanded view of their listening history, encompassing music, podcasts, and audiobooks. This new page replaces the previous "Listening…
BenQ’s new MA Series monitors aim to solve MacBook color matching issues
BenQ has introduced its new MA Series monitors, specifically designed to address a common frustration for MacBook users: color inconsistency between their laptop screens and external displays. The MA Series,…
MediaTek unveils Dimensity 8350 chipset for enhanced mobile performance
MediaTek has announced the Dimensity 8350, a new chipset designed to elevate the performance of upper mid-range smartphones and tablets. The Dimensity 8350 builds upon the recently launched Dimensity 8300,…
Google Developer Program expands with new premium subscription
Google is expanding its Developer Program with the addition of a new Premium tier, offering developers enhanced benefits and resources for a monthly subscription fee. Launched earlier this year, the…
ChatGPT app integrates with Apple Shortcuts, adds SearchGPT action
OpenAI has updated its ChatGPT app for iOS with a new integration for Apple's Shortcuts app. Users with access to the SearchGPT feature can now utilize a dedicated shortcut to…
Instagram adds live location sharing and more to direct messages
Instagram is introducing a suite of new features designed to enhance the experience of its Direct Messages (DMs). The most notable addition is live location sharing, allowing users to share…
Nothing Phone (3) appears on Geekbench with Snapdragon 7s Gen 3
A new Nothing smartphone, believed to be the Phone (3), has surfaced on the Geekbench benchmarking platform, revealing some key specifications. The listing indicates that the device, identified by model…
Sony rumored to be developing a standalone handheld gaming console
Sony is reportedly working on a new handheld gaming console designed to compete with industry giants Nintendo and Microsoft. According to sources, the device will be capable of playing PlayStation…
Apple makes MacBook Pro speaker repairs more accessible
Apple is taking a step towards improved repairability by offering individual speaker replacements for its MacBook Pro lineup. This change, which applies to both current and older 14-inch and 16-inch…
Belkin recalls Apple Watch charger/power bank over fire hazard concerns
Belkin has issued an urgent recall of its BoostCharge Pro Fast Wireless Charger for Apple Watch + Power Bank 10K (model number BPD005) due to a potential fire hazard. The…
Oppo announces ColorOS 15 (Android 15) update schedule for global devices
Oppo has officially revealed the rollout timeline for its latest operating system, ColorOS 15, based on Android 15. The update will gradually make its way to a wide range of…
Samsung enters the cloud gaming race with free service for Galaxy users
Samsung is diving headfirst into the cloud gaming market with a new service that allows Galaxy users to play Android games without the need for downloads. The service, which has…
Microsoft’s Recall AI feature begins testing on Copilot Plus PCs
After a series of delays, Microsoft is finally rolling out its Recall AI feature to Windows 11 users. Initially announced alongside Copilot Plus PCs earlier this year, Recall allows users…
OPPO Find X8 series launches globally with advanced camera system
OPPO has announced the global launch of its latest flagship smartphones, the Find X8 and Find X8 Pro. These devices offer a compelling combination of camera technology, performance capabilities, and…
Caviar strikes again: because who needs to pay rent when you can have a gold-plated Apple Vision Pro?
Apparently, owning an Apple Vision Pro isn't quite exclusive enough for some. Enter Caviar, a company known for embellishing tech gadgets with luxury materials, with their latest creation: the "Oracle"…
Gemini for Android now allows multiple file uploads via share sheet
Google's AI-powered Gemini assistant has received a significant update on Android that enhances its file-handling capabilities. Users can now upload multiple files directly to Gemini from the Android share sheet,…
Google reportedly abandons Pixel tablet, and exits tablet market again
Google has reportedly canceled the development of its second-generation Pixel Tablet, raising questions about the company's commitment to the tablet market. This news follows reports that Google had also canceled…