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The LumiPhone may look like a Lumia 1020 on the outside but it has the heart and guts of an iPhone. (Image source: Reddit)

Meet the LumiPhone: A Nokia Lumia 1020 with the guts of an iPhone SE (3rd gen)

What do you get when you cross the Nokia Lumia 1020 with the iPhone SE (3rd generation)? A Nokia iPhone SE, Lumia SE, or Lumia 1020 SE? You get a LumiPhone — a device with the chassis of a Lumia 1020 and the internals of the iPhon...
Habeeb Onawole, 17 Feb 2025 21:36
The base model of the Apple iPhone SE 4 may only offer 64 GB of storage for $499 (Image source: @MajinBuOfficial)

Apple iPhone SE 4 to launch with very little storage, retailer hints at trimmed-down base model

The fourth-generation Apple iPhone SE is set to be officially unveiled next week, with prices starting at $499. According to a retailer, however, Apple may make the base model unattractive by drastically limiting the storage space...
Hannes Brecher, 15 Feb 2025 01:34
Mozilla Firefox 135 finally integrates a chatbot driven by AI (Image source: DALL·E 3-generated image)

Finally, it gets AI: Firefox 135 is here

In addition to smaller changes such as credit card information autofill, certificate transparency enforcement, or additional language support for Firefox Translations, the latest version of Mozilla's web browser comes with AI chat...
Codrut Nistor, 05 Feb 2025 13:09
Apple is not happy about a new app available via the AltStore PAL third-party app store. (Image source: EU Flag, AltStore logo)

Apple castigates EU digital laws over controversial third-party app

A controversial new app, available only in third-party app stores, has Apple spitting fire. The company cites the app, which allows users to browse adult content, as an example of harmful software it is forced to allow under the E...
Sam Medley, 04 Feb 2025 21:04
iOS 18.3 might get another new feature soon. (Image source: Apple)

Apple Confetti slated to launch as new event-planning service that works via iCloud

Apple will reportedly augment its Services arm with a new feature called Confetti soon. It is slated to help users issue invitations to parties, meetings and other functions. It might be integrated into iCloud, and is also apparen...
Deirdre O'Donnell, 03 Feb 2025 18:02
Apple Intelligence's availability might improve soon. (Image source: Apple)

iOS 19 tipped to unleash Apple Intelligence in China thanks to DeepSeek

Apple Intelligence is touted as iOS 18's killer feature - even if its availability is currently limited in various regions for various reasons. In China, one of the main problems involves finding a local replacement for the OpenAI...
Deirdre O'Donnell, 02 Feb 2025 17:41
The M2 iPad Air 11 and its bigger brother are both on sale, matching their lowest ever prices. (Image source: Notebookcheck Review of M2 iPad Air 11)

Deal | Amazon slashes M2 iPad Air 11 and M2 iPad Air 13 to match lowest price ever

Both sizes of the M2 iPad Air are on sale over at Amazon, dropped back to their lowest prices. This includes most storage capacities for both the 11-inch and 13-inch models.
Sam Medley, 30 Jan 2025 00:05
The 6 Plus. (Image source: Apple)

WhatsApp slated to stop working on iPhone 6 Plus by mid-2025

iPhones of the 6 series or older are destined to lose support for WhatsApp later in 2025, according to a new report. The popular messaging app's latest beta apparently activates an alert telling those who still use these older dev...
Deirdre O'Donnell, 29 Jan 2025 18:26
T-Mobile turned on Starlink on iPhones (Image source: SpaceX)

Starlink satellite Internet now works on Apple iPhones with latest iOS 18.3 update

T-Mobile has turned on the Starlink satellite Internet service for Apple's iPhones in a rather surprising move. Previously, launch tests for the direct-to-cell feature were always done on Samsung phones.
Daniel Zlatev, 29 Jan 2025 14:07
Apple has released the third major update for iOS 18. (Image source: Apple)

Newly released iOS 18.3 update for iPhone fixes one of the biggest "Apple Intelligence" criticisms

Apple has just released its third major update for iOS 18, which delivers long overdue improvements to the massively-criticized notification summaries, but only a few of the new features are currently available in Europe.
Hannes Brecher, 28 Jan 2025 00:04
Fediverse on Kickstarter. (Image source: Kickstarter)

Pixelfed, Loops and Sup: Alternatives to Instagram, TikTok and WhatsApp launch crowdfunding campaign

Pixelfed, Loops and Sup - open source alternatives to conventional social media - are taking off. Having just launched a Kickstarter campaign, these platforms aim to counter the negative dynamics of conventional social media by p...
Marc Herter, 28 Jan 2025 00:02
The Epic Games Store has silently updated its free mobile game program with a second title. (Image source: Epic Games)

Epic Games Store is now giving away a new free game for mobile devices

The Epic Games Store has dropped another giveaway to celebrate the rollout of its mobile free game program. The latest deal is the second title for Android and iOS devices in the program and runs simultaneously alongside the store...
Alex Alderson, 27 Jan 2025 17:32
It is unclear when Epic Games' next free mobile game will be available. (Image source: Epic Games)

The Epic Games Store reveals new free game offer with time to spare

The Epic Games Store will soon be offering another game for $0.00. Although the date of its 100% discount is not yet known, the storefront has already named the game in question.
Alex Alderson, 24 Jan 2025 23:51
Epic Games' first mobile game giveaway will be around until February 20. (Image source: Epic Games)

Epic Games Store: Surprise free game giveaway lands on mobile devices

The Epic Games Store has kicked a surprise free game giveaway. Arriving in addition to the title it began offering for free yesterday on Windows, the new giveaway is the first of many free games that will be available via its mobi...
Alex Alderson, 24 Jan 2025 19:32
Mental health apps might turn into bigger business soon. (Image source: Headspace)

Mental health apps backed to turn into multi-billion-dollar business by 2031

The ever-growing pool of apps rated to help the user manage their mental health and/or related conditions is now predicted to represent an industry that will be worth nearly $18 billion by the start of the 2030s. The 'solutions' a...
Deirdre O'Donnell, 23 Jan 2025 18:45
Insta360 has only released one camera gimbal this time around. (Image source: Insta360)

Flow 2 Pro: Insta360 releases new camera gimbal as future DJI Osmo Mobile 7 rival

Insta360 has stolen a march on DJI by releasing a new camera gimbal before its rival has had the chance to officially introduce the Osmo Mobile 7. Arriving for under $160, the Insta360 Flow 2 Pro features various upgrades over the...
Alex Alderson, 17 Jan 2025 11:35
Apple has paused AI notification summaries

Apple pulls AI news summaries after inaccuracies reach tipping point

Apple has paused its AI-generated news alert summaries after the feature delivered some very questionable results. AI news summaries will, however, be back in a few weeks with tweaks to communicate when an alert summary is AI-gene...
Julian van der Merwe, 17 Jan 2025 01:15
Solitaire meets Candy Crush (Image source: Generated using DALL·E 3)

Pre-registrations now open: Candy Crush Solitaire coming next month

In addition to the Apple- and Google-operated services, no less than five alternative stores will host the launch of Candy Crush Solitaire. Already receiving registrations, the upcoming mobile game will launch on February 6th to b...
Codrut Nistor, 15 Jan 2025 12:21
Razer's PC Remote Play should work away when from a home network. (Image source: Razer)

CES 2025 | Razer announces PC Remote Play for Android and iOS devices without 'compromises on visual quality'

Razer has expanded its Nexus app for Android and iOS with PC Remote Play. Still a subscription-free service, PC Remote Play is billed as achieving 'no compromises on visual quality or game speed' when streaming 'full-resolution ga...
Alex Alderson, 07 Jan 2025 15:00
According to the Mobile Threat Report, cyberattacks increased in the first three quarters of 2024. (Image source: Pixabay / AhmedAlMaslamani)

iPhones more affected than Android smartphones by a certain kind of cyberattack

Cybersecurity company Lookout Incorporated has just published the latest version of its Mobile Threat Report. According to the report, attackers are increasingly turning to phishing to gain access to sensitive data. End devices fr...
Andreas Jakobi, 05 Jan 2025 02:59
The M-Con should be available on Kickstarter in early January. (Image source: M-Con Innovations)

M-Con: New MagSafe gaming controller for smartphones revealed before CES 2025 with Hall effect joysticks and pocketable design

M-Con Innovations has returned with a new version of its M-Con smartphone controller. Completely redesigned, the M-Con features Hall effect joysticks and fold-out handles, despite its compact and pocketable design.
Alex Alderson, 22 Dec 2024 22:52
iOS 19 leaked compatibility list reveals iPhone XR will still be alive and kicking next year. (Image source: Apple)

Apple iOS 19 compatibility: Good news for old iPhone users

A rumor has revealed that iOS 19 will be compatible with iPhones as old as the iPhone XR, launched in 2018, which recently became old enough to enter elementary school.
Sambit Saha, 22 Dec 2024 21:44
The Hohem iSteady M7 AI smartphone gimbal has a 1.4-inch LCD touchscreen (Image source: Hohem)

Hohem launched a new smartphone gimbal that can track everything

Hohem has just launched the iSteady M7 AI-powered smartphone gimbal. Its key features include AI auto-tracking, 3-axis mechanical stabilization, 360° infinite pan tracking, a 1.4-inch LCD touchscreen controller, and up to 12 hours...
Abhinav Fating, 10 Dec 2024 17:09
RPCS3 won't be coming to Android and iOS anytime soon (Image source: Asus, RPCS3 - edited)

RPCS3 team shares why the PS3 emulator won't land on Android and iOS anytime soon

The developers behind the top-rated PS3 emulator RPCS3 have just announced the app's ports for ARM-based Linux, Windows, and MacOS devices. However, the team says that there are currently no plans to port it to Android and iOS.
Abid Ahsan Shanto, 10 Dec 2024 15:43
Logitech Pop Icon Keys review - Compact keyboard with customizable action keys

Logitech Pop Icon Keys review - Compact keyboard with customizable action keys

Compact, stylish, affordable. The Logitech Pop Icon Keys is a wireless keyboard available in various colors, that impressed us in the test with its quiet touch, long battery life and smart functions. However, there are still a few compromises to be made.
Daniel Schmidt, 06 Dec 2024 03:13
Sale of the iPhone 16 models has been banned in Indonesia since late October 2024. (Image source: Apple, Pixabay, Unsplash, edited)

iPhone 16 ban in Indonesia: Apple expected to pay 10x more than previous offer to lift sales embargo

While Apple is trying to lift the iPhone 16 ban in Indonesia, the Indonesian Government now expects the company to invest 10 times more in the country than previously offered. The development comes after Apple offered to increase ...
Fawad Murtaza, 04 Dec 2024 12:14
Image source: AI-generated

Roblox users can get 25% more Robux for buying direct

Roblox staff announced on the Creator Forum that players who buy directly through the website, using gift cards, or on PC, can get 25% more Robux for their money. This essentially means that you'll now get 25% less Robux when you ...
Daniel Fuller, 01 Dec 2024 03:50
After Inc: Revival has been available for iOS and Android since November 27. (Image source: Ndemic Creations)

After Inc: Revival – successor to Plague Inc. conquers iOS and Android

In the sequel to the pandemic simulation Plague Inc., players have to rebuild the world after a zombie apocalypse. Just three days after its launch, After Inc: Revival has already surpassed 50,000 downloads on the Play Store and s...
Marius Müller, 30 Nov 2024 17:00
Sanwa Supply launches wireless handheld mouse for VR and regular users. (Image source: Sanwa Supply)

Sanwa Supply unveils wireless handheld mouse with media control pad for regular and VR users

Sanwa Supply has unveiled the 400-MAWBT204BK wireless handheld mouse. The mouse has buttons for direct control of media players and can control computers while in VR.
David Chien, 26 Nov 2024 07:09
The 9th-Gen Apple iPad 10.9-inch with a $130 Best Buy Black Friday discount.

Black Friday Deal | Apple 9th-Gen iPad 10.9-inch drops to $199.99 in Best Buy Black Friday deal

The 9th-Gen iPad 10.9-inch has dropped to a whopping $199.99 in Best Buy's Black Friday 2024 sale, making it an incredible value as an on-the-go art tablet or media consumption device.
Julian van der Merwe, 25 Nov 2024 22:53
Opera GX UI facelift (Image source: Own)

Opera GX gets major facelift and performance improvements

The most immersive since the 2019 debut of Opera GX comes with a major visual refresh that includes "an expanded modding universe" while also providing improved performance and usability. Aimed at gamers, Opera GX now has over 30 ...
Codrut Nistor, 21 Nov 2024 22:52
Apple's AirPods Pro 2 Hearing Health geo-restriction can be essentially circumvented with a Faraday cage. (Image Source: Lagrange Point on Substack)

Geeks circumvent AirPods Pro 2 hearing aid geo-restriction for their grandmas with a Faraday cage and leaky microwave

Rithwik Jayasimha and friends at Lagrange Point succeeded in circumventing Apple's geo-restricted Hearing Health features on the AirPods Pro 2. After several frustrating attempts in trying to skirt around Apple's persistent locati...
Vaidyanathan Subramaniam, 16 Nov 2024 06:45
Final Fantasy IV (3D Remake)+ is coming to Apple Arcade in December. (Image source: Apple App Store)

Final Fantasy IV and more coming to Apple Arcade

Several games are coming to Apple Arcade in December and January, including a handful of Square Enix classics like Final Fantasy, Final Fantasy IV, and Trials of Mana.
Sam Medley, 13 Nov 2024 21:40
Raid: Shadow Legends from AI's perspective (Image source: Generated using DALL·E 3)

Raid Shadow Legends developer Plarium sold to Modern Times for $820 million

Available since early July 2018, Raid: Shadow Legends launched as a mobile role-playing game that was also ported to PC since its introduction. Both loved and hated by gamers and critics, this game, which is played by more than on...
Codrut Nistor, 12 Nov 2024 18:37
iPhones automatically lock themselves after a few days of inactivity, making them almost impossible to break into. (Image source: Apple and vecteezy, w/ edits)

Hidden feature in iOS 18.1 reboots iPhones automatically, making them more secure and thwarting police

A new feature surreptitiously added to iOS 18.1 automatically reboots an iPhone after a set period of inactivity. This feature, dubbed "inactivity reboot," puts the iPhone in a more secure state after it has sat idle for four days...
Sam Medley, 12 Nov 2024 03:54
Standalone app for Google Gemini spotted on the App Store (Image Source: Google)

Standalone app for Google Gemini spotted on the App Store

Google may be priming a standalone app for its AI assistant, Gemini, on Apple's iOS app store. A Reddit user in the Philippines reported he could download the app on his iPhone.
Rohith Bhaskar, 11 Nov 2024 10:06
Apple strengthens satellite communications with $1.5 billion Globalstar investment (Image source: Apple)

Apple secures $1.5 billion Globalstar deal to expand satellite messaging beyond emergency services

Apple's $1.5 billion investment in Globalstar expands its satellite ambitions beyond emergency services. The deal secures massive network capacity and paves the way for encrypted messaging via satellite on iOS 18, marking a leap i...
Nathan Ali, 05 Nov 2024 16:51
WhatsApp announces Custom Lists feature to help organize chats. (Image source: WhatsApp)

WhatsApp's new feature allows users to organize chats with ease

WhatsApp is enhancing its chat organization capabilities with the introduction of Custom Lists. The new feature allows users to categorize and filter their conversations more effectively.
Huzefa Baloch, 01 Nov 2024 14:15
Anona introduced Aurora security camera and Holo WiFi smart lock (Image source : Anona)

Anona launches the new Aurora security camera and Holo WiFi smart lock with voice assistant support

Anona has announced its new smart home security suite, including an Aurora security camera and the Holo WiFi smart lock. Anona’s new smart home security devices are compatible with Google Assistant and Alexa. The Aurora security c...
Abhinav Fating, 28 Oct 2024 19:06
Apple iPhone 16

88% Apple iPhone 16 smartphone review - More innovations than one would think

New edition. A bigger battery, more RAM, a new camera button, more vivid colors, and even more power: By Apple's standards, the iPhone 16 packs an above-average number of new features, making it one of the best compact smartphones on the market. Our review reveals whether it's worth purchasing or upgrading.
Apple A18 | Apple A18 GPU | 6.10" | 170 g
Manuel Masiero, 28 Oct 2024 10:45
According to Filipe Espósito from 9to5Mac, Apple is planning a central gaming app for iOS. (Image source: Apple)

Apple to launch new app as gaming hub for iOS users

According to reports, Apple wants to make iOS more attractive for gamers. A gaming app as a central point of contact for gamers could primarily promote social interaction, but also make game management easier and provide useful fu...
Marius Müller, 23 Oct 2024 18:13
Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max review - Lots of small improvements for the top smartphone

89% Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max review - Lots of small improvements for the top smartphone

Ahoy, camera button! The iPhone 16 Pro Max is Apple's largest smartphone. Its display has once again grown and this year, a dedicated camera button has found its way onto the iPhone. However, it has more to offer than just that, even if Apple Intelligence isn't yet available in the EU.
Apple A18 Pro | Apple A18 Pro GPU | 6.90" | 227 g
Daniel Schmidt, 13 Oct 2024 18:46
PoGoskill lets one do location spoofing in Pokémon GO on iOS 18. (Image source: PoGoskill)

PoGoskill adds Pokémon GO GPS location spoofing for iOS 18

The paid PoGoskill app makes it possible to trick Pokémon GO into believing the user is going places without ever leaving their couch, thus eliminating the legwork needed to collect virtual Pokémon.
David Chien, 12 Oct 2024 07:25
Apple iPhone 16 Pro

88% Apple iPhone 16 Pro smartphone review - The small Pro phone with the big display

Small powerhouse. If you want the best iPhone, then you'll have to reach for the Pro series, as only here will you get a 120 Hz display, the fastest SoC and the best cameras. Exactly this is offered by the iPhone 16 Pro and much more, as by Apple's standards, lots has been changed on the new Pro model. It even features the same camera setup as the iPhone 16 Pro Max.
Apple A18 Pro | Apple A18 Pro GPU | 6.30" | 199 g
Manuel Masiero, 10 Oct 2024 13:53
Apple announces Swift Student Challenge 2025 for student programmers to showcase their app ingenuity to win Apple prizes. (Image source: Apple)

Apple announces Swift Student Challenge 2025 for student programmers to showcase their app ingenuity to win Apple prizes

Apple has announced the Swift Student Challenge 2025 for student programmers to showcase their app ingenuity to win prizes from Apple. Fifty distinguished winners will spend three days at Apple HQ networking with peers and meeting...
David Chien, 10 Oct 2024 08:32
The 8BitDo Pro 2 Wired Controller for Xbox. (Image source: 8BitDo)

Latest Apple software update brings support for wired Xbox Controllers

The arrival of iOS 18, iPadOS 18, and macOS Sequoia brings official support for wired Xbox Controllers. This allows for gamers to switch to wired controllers which have low-latency.
Habeeb Onawole, 08 Oct 2024 14:30
A bug in iOS 18 caused iPhones and iPads to read passwords out loud. (Image source: Apple / Apple Developer)

VoiceOver in iOS 18 exposes passwords, leading to data security concerns

After updating to iOS 18 and with the VoiceOver function activated, iPhones and iPads leaked saved passwords - a serious security vulnerability that was quickly closed by Apple. Anyone who has already installed iOS 18 should now u...
Marius Müller, 07 Oct 2024 16:34
Apple iPhone 16 Plus smartphone review – The big one with a new design and lots of buttons

86% Apple iPhone 16 Plus smartphone review – The big one with a new design and lots of buttons

Button panel and lots of stamina. If you're on the hunt for an Apple phone with a large display surface, then the iPhone 16 Plus may be a not-quite-so-expensive option. This year, it has been given lots of new features such as a touch-controlled camera button, a multi-functional Action button as well as a bigger battery. So, a clear purchase recommendation?
Apple A18 | Apple A18 GPU | 6.70" | 199 g
Florian Schmitt, 01 Oct 2024 16:04
Abxylute S9 mobile game controller hands-on: Quality gamepad with a USB DAC and headphone jack surprise. (Image source: Abxylute)

Abxylute S9 mobile game controller hands-on: Quality gamepad with a USB DAC and headphone jack surprise

A stretchable Xbox controller at a mid-range price? Abxylute has launched the S9 mobile controller for smartphones and tablets on Kickstarter. As our hands-on test revealed, the controller is immediately satisfying for its nice Xbox controller-like feel. Additional touches include a 3.5mm headphone jack with DAC, Hall effect triggers and sticks, and customizable D-pads, analog stick caps, and grip covers.
David Chien, 26 Sep 2024 21:53
People have been complaining about the iPhone's '80 Hz' phenomenon before iOS 18. (Image source: @UniverseIce)

Evidence disputes wild claims of iOS 18 downgrading iPhones to an 80 Hz refresh rate

Recently, a well-established leaker sparked speculation that iOS 18 was 'essentially downgrading' the display on some iPhones by 'limiting' them to an 80 Hz refresh rate. Somehow, this surface-level analysis has gained traction, d...
Alex Alderson, 25 Sep 2024 19:28

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