Hardware & Devices
The iPhone 18 Pro's fancy variable aperture camera is incredibly hard to repair
Apple's variable aperture might capture better photos, but is near impossible to fix if it breaks.
Get a closer look at the iPhone 18 Pro’s mechanical camera
iFixit's latest device teardown shows us the inner workings of the new variable aperture lens inside Apple's iPhone 18 Pro and 18 Pro Max, alongside some repair concerns to be min…
UN says AI safeguards can’t wait for certainty
Governments need to rein in increasingly capable AI agents before their risks are fully understood, a United Nations scientific panel warned in the global organization's first maj…
Amazon doesn’t trust Meta’s Muse AI agent
Meta's Muse AI agent has been blocked from shopping Amazon on behalf of its users, Geekwire reports. A popup message started appearing on Sunday for Muse users saying that "contin…
One mobile number, two phones: What is iPhone handoff and which carriers support it?
If you find yourself swapping between two iPhones regularly, whether for work or casual use, you're going to want to set up Handoff.
Wired vs. wireless internet: Which should you choose for your home?
Wired and wireless internet are both ways that ISPs deliver service to your home, but one isn't necessarily superior to the other.
Which major chatbot apps work with CarPlay?
If you aren't happy with Siri while driving, several other chatbot apps are compatible with CarPlay now.
7 ways to get free movies and TV channels on your smart TV
With the influx of premium streaming services, it can be difficult to find apps that offer access to free movies and TV channels in the sea of options.
How to join a FaceTime call with your Android phone or Windows PC
FaceTime isn't actually an Apple-exclusive feature. While it's not the full experience, joining calls is possible on Android and Windows devices.
How to use Xbox mode on your Windows PC
Xbox mode is akin to Big Picture Mode, where you get a gaming-friendly interface that works well with a controller.
SpaceXAI's Grok Bot is in early beta - Here's how to try it
SpaceXAI's Grok Bot is a digital 'teammate' that can handle complex and boring tasks that would otherwise clutter your day. Here's how to get up and running.
No Dogs in Space is back to feed your need for obsessive music history
In August, I wrote about my love of the music history podcast No Dogs in Space, but mourned the fact that there hadn't been a new episode in over two years. Little did I know that…
Is there any benefit to keeping your smart TV in standby mode?
A Smart TV doesn't just sit idle when you push the power button on your remote. They're designed to perform a number of important tasks without you realising.
No one is surprised that Nvidia’s Jensen Huang thinks AI fears are overblown.
The man who may stand to make the most money from the AI boom seems to think he knows better than anyone else, including researchers who have studied and worked on AI for decades.…
How to use ChatGPT to make stickers for iMessage and WhatsApp
The default sticker options in iMessage and WhatsApp are cool but maybe a little limited. Now, with help from ChatGPT's AI tool, things have got a bit more fun.
Kojima Productions disputes reports the studio is in trouble
After it was announced that Sony was dropping Hideo Kojima's Physint, and that instead the Metal Gear Solid creator's latest title would be coming to Xbox, there were a flurry of …
Retroid Pocket unexpectedly expands its Duo lineup with a Lite Plus version
The handheld maker is offering free exchanges for any Duo Lite customers who want to upgrade.
The benefits of using an E Ink tablet over an iPad
E Ink excels for tasks like reading and note-taking.
How to customize the side button on your Samsung Galaxy phone
The side button on Samsung's Galaxy phones has performed different functions over the years, but you can really make it do whatever you want.
Joby Aviation completed a fully autonomous flight from California to North Carolina
The startup is looking to expand beyond electric air taxi rides in major cities.
What's the 30-degree rule for TVs?
The Society of Motion Picture and Television Engineers has a simple method for calculating the ideal viewing distance based on your TV size.
How to use your phone as a remote for any smart TV
Some phones have IR blasters to enable remote functions, but even if yours doesn't, you can do quite a lot over Bluetooth and Wi-Fi.
Trump now says he wants to form an ‘AI Force’
The president posted on Truth Social that he wanted to appoint an "AI czar" to lead a new "AI force." He made the announcement amid growing calls from across the political spectru…
How to set up your Sonos speakers using the app
Whether you just got a Sonos speaker or you're adding one to your current setup, you'll need to use the app.