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High-end Android phones are now powerful enough to emulate the PC version of Cyberpunk 2077 — YouTuber gets 2020's hottest PC game running at playable frame rates on Red Magic 11 Pro

Cyberpunk 2077 may have required a powerful gaming PC to enjoy at its 2020 release, but YouTuber ETA Prime has shown that the game can now be played on a high-end smartphone with decent performance with x86 emulation.

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Good news photo fans - Android phones will soon be able to back up to Google Drive

Good news photo fans - Android phones will soon be able to back up to Google Drive

Android local backup means your Downloads folder will back up to Google Drive – iCloud already syncs downloads to the cloud.

Google Messages is picking up a couple of genuinely useful upgrades

Google Messages is picking up a couple of genuinely useful upgrades

Google Messages is adding practical upgrades, including better message interaction and improved Wear OS notifications.

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Android 17 available now – here's how to install it on your Pixel (if you're brave enough)

You can try out the latest from Android right now – but there are caveats

Android 17 beta 1 is here, with some big changes and small surprises

Android 17's first beta has landed, with performance optimizations, improvements to large-screen apps, and useful changes to the interface.

Engineer finds his smart sleep mask can read other people's brainwaves due to poor software security — superpower granted via poor-quality software with hardcoded high-level credentials

Engineer finds his smart sleep mask can read other people's brainwaves

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Google fixes one of Android’s biggest backup gaps, and I think it’s long overdue

Android’s February update finally backs up your Downloads folder to Google Drive, closing a long-ignored gap.

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Tomb Raider just launched on iOS and Android complete with all of its biggest DLC and a seriously tempting price tag

Tomb Raider just launched on iOS and Android complete with all of its biggest DLC and a seriously tempting price tag

Tomb Raider has launched for iOS and Android phones with all of its original DLC.

PrivadoVPN’s PhantomMode lands on iOS to stop apps spying on you — here's everything you need to know and how to set it up

PrivadoVPN’s PhantomMode lands on iOS to stop apps spying on you — here's everything you need to know and how to set it up

PrivadoVPN has rolled out PhantomMode to iOS users, a feature that blocks hidden trackers and ads on your device. Previously an Android exclusive, it offers privacy protection that doesn't stop when you disconnect your VPN.

3 Android speed killers hiding in plain sight — here's how to fix them

3 Android speed killers hiding in plain sight — here's how to fix them

Speed up your Android by following these three steps.

This YouTuber just tripled his old iPhone 11 Pro’s battery capacity with a $10 Amazon kit – but it's a risky repair

This YouTuber just tripled his old iPhone 11 Pro’s battery capacity with a $10 Amazon kit – but it's a risky repair

Apple doesn't recommend carrying out a battery upgrade like this – but someone tried it anyway.

Xiaomi is making the same mistakes with the Redmi Note 15 Pro+

Xiaomi is making the same mistakes with the Redmi Note 15 Pro+

The Redmi Note 15 Pro+ is a decent phone, but Xiaomi's continued fumbles with the software make it a dealbreaker.

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6 best camera phones for high-quality photos, tested by a tech expert

6 best camera phones for high-quality photos, tested by a tech expert

Love high detail and crystal-clear photography? These are the phones I’d recommend

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This hack made my life so much easier after I replaced my old e-reader with a new one

This hack made my life so much easier after I replaced my old e-reader with a new one

Onyx Boox tablets run Android, but they don't offer the data transfer feature that Android does on phones. Here's how you can transfer your files regardless.

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The Onyx Boox Note Air 5 C has perfected the recipe for the ideal E Ink tablet

Onyx Boox deserves a pat on the back for the Note Air 5 C. This excellent E Ink tablet runs Android 15 and is filled to the brim with incredible features.

Android Auto has quietly fixed a major Do Not Disturb issue that was frustrating passengers

Google has restored a key Android Auto setting that means driving status can be more accurately determined.

If the Samsung Galaxy S26 still has this feature, I'll be disappointed — but not surprised

Whatever the Galaxy S26 actually upgrades, I can guarantee Samsung won't have changed this long-outdated bit of software.

From new battery tech to portless phones, here are 5 innovations I want from Android devices

Some Android phones are already packed full of innovation, but there are five things that I still want to see.

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VR's golden age is over, and there wasn't much gold there

Meta's shift from immersive virtual reality to smart glasses leaves no clear home for business-grade VR/AR headsets.

I found 5 ways to save Google Pixel battery life without giving up features

These five tips help you extend your Google Pixel’s battery life without turning off the features you love.

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I fixed my social media doomscrolling with this underrated Pixel feature

By silencing certain apps during work hours, Pixel Modes helped me cut back on endless scrolling.

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5 things I wish I knew before I started using the Galaxy XR

The Samsung Galaxy XR is packed with awesome apps and experiences, but some of the most basic system functions are a little hidden.

I went wheel-to-wheel with and beat Max Verstappen for the first time — and it’s all thanks to this $179 racing wheel

The Turtle Beach Racer Wireless is a great entry-level racing wheel for casual gamers, and it packs plenty of performance and features.

Samsung Confirms Galaxy S26 Launch Date Here’s What to Expect

Samsung has finally put an end to weeks of rumors and leaks. The company has confirmed that the Galaxy S26 series will launch on February 25. With this announcement, excitement among tech lovers and Samsung fans has reached a new level. The Galaxy S series has always represented Samsung’s most…

I found the missing link between Android, iPhone, and Windows — and it’s an app I almost ignored

Link to Windows is one of the most underrated phone apps around as it lets you seamlessly transfer files wirelessly, project your phone to a PC, and more.

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