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Fairphone 6 review: cheaper, repairable and longer-lasting Android

Sustainable smartphone takes a step forward with modular accessories, a good screen and mid-range performance

The Guardian - UK · Feb 4

People are sleeping on Gemini’s Deep Research feature — here’s why it’s actually a game changer

Most users overlook one of Gemini’s most useful features. I tested it all week — here’s what it does, why it works, and how to use it to get sharper, more reliable answers.

Tom’s Guide · Feb 4

‘The smart, the rich, the powerful’: Epstein associated with Silicon Valley elite years after his release from prison

Billionaires and intellectuals attended events with the disgraced financier years after he served time for sex offense, files reveal

The Guardian - US · Feb 3

If the Samsung Galaxy S26 doesn't include built-in Qi2 magnets, no one should buy it

The inclusion of Qi2 magnets on the Samsung Galaxy S26 series is far from certain, and in 2026, it should be a standard feature on Android flagships.

Android Central · Feb 3

Pixel theme packs are coming back, and I hope they’re the upgrade your home screen needs

The Wicked era is over, but Google is already teasing fresh Pixel theme packs that'll give your phone a total one-tap makeover.

Android Central · Feb 3

After the Google Genie 3 Selloff, Should You Buy the Dip in Unity Software Stock?

Unity Software took a beating last week, and the culprit wasn't a disappointing earnings report or an executive shakeup. Instead, it was Google's flashy new AI toy called Project Genie.

Barchart · Feb 3

Google’s ‘Desktop Camera’ app could be for Aluminum OS — here’s what it looks like

A newly listed "Desktop Camera" app has appeared on the Google Play Store — and it provides a potential glimpse at Google's rumored Aluminum OS.

Tom’s Guide · Feb 3

Gemini may have just had its biggest month of updates yet — here's everything you need to try

Gemini had a major month in January 2026 — these are all the top feature additions and announcements you need to try right now.

Android Central · Feb 3

‘Worrying’ that X is refusing to appear before committee – TD

Representatives from Meta, Google and TikTok will appear before the committee on Wednesday afternoon.

Evening Standard · Feb 3

Samsung Galaxy S26 leak just smashed your built-in Qi2 magnet dreams to pieces

Samsung Galaxy S26 is set to skip Qi2 magnets for the second year running, according to the latest leak.

Tom’s Guide · Feb 3