Telco watchdog rejects industry plan to help customers After almost two years of wrangling, the telco watchdog says the industry's proposed measures to protect customers from exploitation need more work. AAP · Oct 24, 2025
Apple hides the iPhone auto-brightness setting in iOS 26 — here’s where it should go in iOS 27 Apple's auto-brightness option is actually buried under the accessibility menu in iOS 26, but that needs to change with iOS 27. Here's why. Tom’s Guide · Oct 24, 2025
I can’t believe Samsung and Apple made the same XR mistake when Meta already solved it over half a decade ago Samsung Galaxy XR and Apple Vision Pro cost more if you wear glasses, and that's not fair. TechRadar · Oct 24, 2025
Does charging overnight damage your phone battery? 3 features that stop it happening Overcharging batteries can be bad, but you shouldn't be worried about recharging overnight. Your phone knows how to stop that from screwing everything up. Tom’s Guide · Oct 24, 2025
Expect Samsung Galaxy S26 launch delays, experts warn Samsung's next-gen Android phones might not launch as initially expected T3 · Oct 24, 2025
The Samsung Galaxy S21 FE's last major Android upgrade is reaching users Samsung is rolling out the One UI 8 update for the Galaxy S21 FE, but it'll be the phone's last major Android OS upgrade. Android Central · Oct 24, 2025
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7 and Flip 7 finally get a crucial October 2025 security patch Samsung is rolling out the October 2025 security patch for the Galaxy Z Fold 7 and Galaxy Z Flip 7, bringing along major security fixes. Android Central · Oct 24, 2025
Bored of Apple and Samsung? These 5 flagship Chinese phones are coming soon – and their specs are a glimpse of the future China is at the forefront of smartphone specs and innovation right now, and these five upcoming handsets are prime examples of that. TechRadar · Oct 24, 2025
I tested the OPPO Find X9 Pro's camera — I can't believe how good it is OPPO is onto a good thing this year with the Find X9 Pro. The phone has a new design, but it's the cameras that are noteworthy. I tested the cameras extensively in China, and I believe they're the ideal alternative to the Vivo X300 Pro. Android Central · Oct 24, 2025
iPhone Fold tipped for A20 Pro chip — Apple's first 2nm processor to power new foldable phone A new leak claims next year's iPhones will get the A20 chipset, with the foldable iPhone getting the high-end A20 Pro. Tom’s Guide · Oct 24, 2025
Free phones for some in Samsung triple-zero 'debacle' Some Samsung phone users with old mobiles will get free replacements after triple-zero glitches, but not everyone will be so lucky. AAP · Oct 23, 2025
Tech companies not doing enough to stop phone theft, say MPs Many of the stolen devices end up being shipped overseas. Evening Standard · Oct 23, 2025
Oura lawsuit bans rival Ultrahuman in the US — what that means for your smart ring and the best alternatives Ultrahuman has lost its lawsuit with Oura over patent disputes, which effectively bans its smart rings in the US. Tom’s Guide · Oct 23, 2025
The iPhone Air is our Phone of the Year because it's the only phone that everybody is talking about The iPhone Air is the phone that everybody is talking about, especially competitors, which started copying the Air even before it launched. It's the most daring phone of the year, and it has us rethinking our phone priorities. TechRadar · Oct 23, 2025
Tom’s Hardware · Oct 23, 2025 Elon Musk claims Tesla's new AI5 chip is 40x more performant than previous-gen AI5 — Next-gen custom silicon for vehicle AI to now be built by Samsung & TSMC Tesla's next-gen AI5 chips is going to be manufactured by both TSMC and, now, Samsung in America. Musk claims that it's 40x faster than the outgoing AI4 silicon, mostly because of a radical design approach that ditches legacy hardware blocks to focus on what's needed right now.
What Hi-Fi? · Oct 23, 2025 Sony Xperia 1 VII Can Sony deliver another smartphone that’s focused on delivering a top-notch AV experience?
TechRadar · Oct 23, 2025 5 key technologies in the Samsung Galaxy XR headset Samsung's Galaxy XR is the first Android XR headset and comes packed with tech.
Android Central · Oct 23, 2025 Vivo does it again — the X300 Pro is the best camera phone available today With the X300 Pro, Vivo is delivering nothing short of the best camera flagship you can buy today.
Tom’s Hardware · Oct 23, 2025 Elon Musk's Starlink reportedly tasks Samsung to build AI-powered modem — space-based 6G service could revolutionize satellite-to-device connectivity Samsung is developing an AI-boosted modem chip to enable Earthbound devices to connect directly with Elon Musk’s Starlink service, according to Korean insider sources.
PC Gamer · Oct 23, 2025 In case we needed a visceral reminder just how screwed memory prices are thanks to AI, Samsung and SK hynix are apparently raising prices by up to 30% Guess it's time to try downloading more RAM again.
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Tom’s Guide · Oct 23, 2025 I've been using the Pixel 10 Pro for 2 months — and I regret the upgrade Google Pixel 10 Pro may have a lot to offer, but I don't think the upgrades are worth justifying switching from the Pixel 9 Pro.
Android Central · Oct 23, 2025 GenAI is emerging, and it could make the phone's form factor feel irrelevant As smartphones evolve into central AI hubs, new technologies like smart glasses promise seamless interaction with digital environments. IDC anticipates that in just 3-5 years, users will rely on personalized AI across multiple devices, revolutionizing everyday connectivity.
Tom’s Guide · Oct 23, 2025 iPhone 17 vs Galaxy S25: Which phone is winning your upgrade money this year? It's time to find out which phone you decided to upgrade to this year when it comes to both Apple and Samsung!
Android Central · Oct 23, 2025 New leak claims that the Galaxy S26 series launch could be delayed Samsung is reportedly shaking up its Galaxy S26 plans, and now, rumors are pointing to a later 2026 release than expected.