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With Pebble Round 2, the company fixes what went wrong a decade ago
A decade after the original Pebble Time Round struggled to find its footing, Pebble is revisiting the concept with a more considered follow-up. The Pebble Round 2, announced by Core Devices,…
Samsung refreshes its portable projector lineup with the Freestyle+
Samsung has announced the Freestyle+, an updated version of its portable projector lineup, ahead of CES 2026. As with earlier Freestyle models, the emphasis is on flexibility and ease of use…
A very 2009 idea returns: Clicks brings back the Blackberry
Clicks Technology is expanding beyond accessories with the introduction of two new products ahead of CES in Las Vegas: its first smartphone, called the Communicator, and a new $79 snap-on…
LG Gram 2026 laptops double down on lightweight design with added durability
LG has outlined its 2026 Gram laptop lineup ahead of CES, continuing to prioritize low weight while expanding its focus on durability and on-device AI features. The new models build on…
Amazfit Active Max focuses on recovery insights and long battery life
The Amazfit Active Max enters the crowded smartwatch market with a clear focus on everyday athletes who want clearer signals about training load and recovery without committing to daily charging. Rather than…
Leaked Galaxy S26 images hint at a cautious design refresh
Leaked images of the upcoming Samsung Galaxy S26 series suggest the company is continuing its recent design strategy rather than introducing a dramatic visual overhaul. Shared by well-known leaker OnLeaks, the renders point…
Google begins gradual rollout of Gmail address change feature
Google has begun rolling out a long-requested option that allows users to change their Gmail address without creating an entirely new account. For years, accounts using an “@gmail.com” address were…
ChatGPT for iOS adds branched chats to manage conversations more cleanly
ChatGPT for iOS has introduced branched chats, a feature designed to make conversations easier to manage when discussions naturally shift or expand. The update allows users to split an existing…
OxygenOS 16 update begins rolling out to major OnePlus devices
The OxygenOS 16 update is now rolling out to a growing list of OnePlus devices, marking the company’s transition to Android 16 across much of its recent hardware portfolio. The…
GameSir Swift Drive blends gamepad convenience with real steering feedback
The GameSir Swift Drive is an unusual attempt to bridge the gap between traditional gamepads and dedicated racing wheels, aiming to deliver a form of force feedback that fits into…
Apple’s new Watch campaign targets the New Year’s resolution slump
Apple has launched a new Apple Watch advertising campaign aimed squarely at a familiar problem: fitness resolutions that fade almost as quickly as they form. The campaign, titled “Quit Quitting,” began…
LG previews new xboom speaker lineup ahead of CES 2026
LG has announced a new lineup of xboom speakers ahead of CES 2026, continuing its collaboration with will.i.am. The partnership, which positions the musician as an “experimental architect,” spans product development, design input,…
Nothing Phone (3) December update focuses on glyph reliability and system fixes
Nothing has begun rolling out its December 2025 software update for the Nothing Phone (3), focusing less on new features and more on fixing persistent issues across the system. The update…
Ford commits to Apple CarPlay as competitors rethink in-car software
Ford has confirmed it will continue offering Apple CarPlay in its vehicles, even as several competitors move away from third-party infotainment platforms. The position was outlined by Ford chief financial officer Sherry House…
TCL’s Note A1 Nxtpaper takes digital paper tablets in a different direction
TCL has introduced the Note A1 Nxtpaper, a digital paper tablet that takes a different technical approach from most E Ink-based competitors. Rather than relying on traditional monochrome or limited-color E…
Huawei FreeClip 2 launches in the UAE with lighter design and longer battery life
Huawei has begun selling the FreeClip 2 in the UAE, marking the next iteration of its open-ear wireless earbuds. The new model builds on the design language of the original FreeClip…
Chrome’s Reading Mode on Android becomes easier to access and customize
Google is rolling out a meaningful update to Reading Mode in Google Chrome on Android, aiming to make the feature easier to find and more consistent to use. While Reading Mode has long existed…
Disney+ expands its role at the 1 Billion Followers Summit with immersive experience
1 Billion Followers Summit has confirmed that Disney+ will participate as a strategic partner for the event’s fourth edition, taking place in Dubai from January 9 to 11, 2026. Organized by the UAE Government…