The Nothing Phone 2’s lights stand out, but it’s not without its problems.The first Nothing Phone impressed us with its solid all-round performance, its low price and of course its flashing lights. But it never officially made it to the US, aside from an unusual beta program. This second-generation phone is here to change that. […]
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iOS 16.5.1 (a): Why Apple Removed Access to the Update
Some users reported issues accessing some websites, according to Apple. On Monday, Apple released iOS 16.5.1 (a), a Rapid Security Response update to its iPhone software, but then the tech giant removed access to the RSR. Apple said Tuesday that the RSR, which was meant to address a WebKit vulnerability, might have caused some websites […]
Nothing Phone 2 Gets LED Evolution In Redesign Video
The rear light glyph has plenty more to do, like custom blinks for ringtones and timer countdowns. We’re weeks away from the release of the Nothing Phone 2, and its design has finally been revealed — to show a very similar phone with some distinct changes. YouTuber Marques Brownlee exclusively unveiled the design in a […]
Apple’s Vision Pro Has a Speed Limit — And Other Things We’re Learning About the Headset
Developers are getting tools to put apps on the Vision Pro, giving us more clues on how the mixed reality headset works. It may be awhile before we get the answers to all our questions around the Apple Vision Pro headset, since it doesn’t come out until 2024. But some new facts are trickling in […]
Android Auto Lets You Use Google Maps on Phone, in Car Simultaneously
Google has seemingly stopped restricting Android Auto from displaying Google Maps on both your phone and car dashboard at the same time. Android Auto has been a helpful interface that abridges Google’s operating system to use while driving, but it’s had some limitations, like preventing Google Maps from displaying on a phone as it’s being […]
This Is Why Your Phone Keeps Getting So Damn Hot (and How to Prevent It)
If your phone gets too hot, you might experience issues with battery life and performance, or it could even be permanently damaged. Here are a few tips to help prevent overheating. It’s the start of summer, and that means trips to the beach and backyard BBQs, which can lead to another summer phenomenon — overheated […]
Acer Swift X 14 Review: Staid but Speedy OLED Ultraportable
A stellar 14.5-inch OLED display and strong performance from a 13th-gen Core i7 CPU and RTX 4050 GPU outweigh the Swift X 14’s shortcomings. Beneath a compact and admittedly mundane exterior hides a powerful, OLED ultraportable for content creators. The Acer Swift X 14 is endowed with a gorgeous 14.5-inch OLED display and powered by […]
Google Pixel Tablet Review: Android Tablets Are Back
Google’s fast tablet is also a dockable home hub. Will Google commit to its tablet vision this time? The world of Android tablets has been a weirdly up-and-down ride for the last decade or so. I remember Google’s fantastic little 7-inch Nexus tablet back in 2012. And Google’s considerably less successful Chromebook-meets-Android Pixel Slate, a […]
This Google Maps Feature Is Finally Coming to Apple Maps
This new-to-iPhone feature will arrive later this year. Here are all the details to know before then. Losing cell signal while trying to use your GPS in the middle of nowhere can be super stressful. But worry no more. The iOS 17 update will let you use the Apple Maps app offline, assuming you have […]
iOS 17: Upcoming iPhone Features I’m Excited About
A new passcode grace period, offline mode for maps and more are expected to come to your iPhone in the fall. Apple announced a number of new software updates at its Worldwide Developers Conference, including the iPhone’s next software version, iOS 17. While the software brings a lot of new and exciting features to your […]