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Google has officially detailed its Pixel 11 lineup, introducing four new smartphones—the Pixel 11, Pixel 11 Pro, Pixel 11 Pro XL, and Pixel 11 Pro Fold—built with the Tensor G6 chip, expanded base storage tiers starting at 256GB, and a complete design overhaul centered on a redesigned edge-to-edge glass camera bar. Even though Google scheduled … Read more
Apple employees inside the company are widely using the moniker “iPhone Ultra” to refer to its upcoming book-style foldable device, though its official public name remains undecided ahead of a planned September event where the hardware is expected to debut alongside the iPhone 18 Pro lineup. As Apple prepares for its largest hardware event of … Read more
Sonos Inc. is preparing to launch a new pair of wireless over-ear headphones called the Ace Ultra, revealed via a Federal Communications Commission filing on August 11, 2026. The upcoming release is part of a broader hardware wave focused on artificial intelligence and whole-home audio integration, with a launch expected as soon as September. Now, … Read more
As of August 11, 2026, the Bluetti Elite 300 portable power station is available at Amazon for $1,098.99, marked down from its regular $1,499 price. Bluetti Elite 300 Pricing and Specifications at Amazon The flagship model in this retail push is the Bluetti Elite 300 portable power station, which carries a manufacturer’s suggested retail price … Read more
Google detailed its August 2026 system updates, bringing server-side raw location processing to Wear OS devices for more accurate workout routes. The monthly release notes also introduce audio-streaming enhancements for Android AICore, improved Wallet pass experiences, and new sports carousels on the Play Store. Wear OS Location Processing and Core Play Services Changes The monthly … Read more
Samsung’s Galaxy Z Fold 8 has survived severe durability testing by prominent tech YouTuber JerryRigEverything, brushing off utility knife scratches, lighter flames, and extreme reverse bending. The foldable phone’s resilience stems from a newly introduced dual-layer titanium structure designed to reinforce the display module without adding bulk. Foldable phones have long carried a reputation for … Read more
Apple is launching the iPhone 18 Pro and Pro Max in early September, amid component constraints and rising retail prices. Apple’s annual autumn hardware calendar is getting a structural overhaul. As manufacturing cycles and component constraints tighten across the technology sector, the company is breaking from its traditional unified smartphone launch cadence. Industry analysts and … Read more
Cybersecurity researcher Bill Swearingen demonstrated a computer-generated pattern at the Def Con conference in Las Vegas that successfully prevents automated license plate readers and surveillance cameras from detecting vehicles and objects. The system is the result of roughly 31 million tests run over the past year by Bill Swearingen, a co-founder of the SecKC cybersecurity … Read more
Researchers from Palo Alto Networks’ Unit 42 have uncovered three attack paths that allow Windows malware to bypass passkeys managed by Google Password Manager in the Google Chrome browser. The research highlights that while passkey cryptography remains secure, the surrounding software implementations, synchronization features, and server-side verification practices can be compromised. Windows Malware Exploits Reveal … Read more
Marantz has refreshed its home theatre hardware with the launch of the Cinema Series 2 range, introducing upgraded audio processing, expanded gaming compatibility, and enhanced streaming capabilities. According to Theluxereview, the incoming line comprises the flagship Cinema 50 Series 2, the Cinema 60 Series 2, the European-only Cinema 60 DAB Series 2, and the compact … Read more
T-Mobile is offering the $1,899.99 Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 for free through 24 monthly bill credits with an eligible device trade-in on the Experience Beyond plan. The promotional push coincides with the device’s August 7 release and its prominent placement in the 2026 blockbuster Spider-Man: Brand New Day. Beyond sharing screen time with a … Read more
Meta has introduced a major update to WhatsApp group chats, bringing a suite of new tools designed to improve organization, decision-making, and communication in large conversations. Introduced on August 4, according to Techrepublic, the update borrows capabilities from workplace platforms to help users manage busy chats, plan events, and handle community coordination. Meta Rolls Out … Read more
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