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HomeKit Weekly: Airversa’s Humelle is the Thread humidifier my house needs this winter
I love natural gas heat for a few reasons, but one is avoiding AUX heat from a heat pump and watching the bill rise. The downside is when the gas heat kicks on, the air in mt house is bone dry. My nose ends up being super dry for months. A humidifier like the Airversa Humelle wor
Sony revived Walkman's iconic headset after 47 years
Sony has revived the iconic MDR-3 headphone design, which it introduced with the first Walkman in 1979. The new model combines its nostalgic appearance with USB-C connection and built-in microphone.
iOS 27.2 adds three new ways to customize your iPhone
iOS 27.2 launched last week with a lot of new features, and also several ways you can customize your iPhone. Here’s what’s new for iPhone personalization. more…
The iPhone Duo has more than 100,000 optimized apps, Apple says
Apple's iPhone Duo has been officially on sale for two weeks, and the company said today that the App Store now has over 100,000 apps that are built for the foldable. "It's been wonderful to see how quickly developers have embraced iPhone Duo, and we're grateful for their creativ
Calendar and Health are being renewed with One UI 9.5
In the One UI 9.5 Calendar app, the search button moves to the bottom right, while Samsung Health gets the journal feature called Mindful note. The changes are small but useful.
Hidden banned word list in iOS keyboard
A researcher has revealed that the iPhone keyboard secretly blocks more than 100,000 words and phrases from autocomplete; The list also includes political statements.
Meta’s refurbished Quest 3S headset is nearly $100 off right now
If you’re curious about virtual reality, Meta’s Quest 3S is a good entry-level headset for dipping your toes in, especially now it’s on sale in refurbished condition for $255.99 directly from Meta’s eBay storefront through November 8th when you use coupon code SAVE20TECH. For com
Deals: M5 MacBook Air $250 off, Apple Watch Ultra $250 off, HomePod mini 2, HomeView, AirPods $100 off, more
Firstly, go secure yourself a couple 2026 Apple Polishing Cloths at $9 a pop before they sell out, a well as the Apple HomeView pre-order discount , then scope out the AirPods Pro 3 at $50 off and all five colors of Apple’s AirPods Max 2 at $100 off . We also still have various A
Next year’s iPhone Pro redesign will drop an important button, per leak
Next year Apple is rumored to have a big redesign coming to the iPhone Pro models, and per a new leak, it may come with the loss of the Action button. more…
Motorola Signature 27 will receive seven years of updates
Motorola offered seven years of Android version support for the Signature 27. The Signature 27 update schedule begins with the sale on November 26 and extends to November 2033.
iOS 27.2 adds Apple Photos invisible watermark feature, here’s how it works
iOS 27.2 arrived last week, and among its changes for Apple Photos , the update adds an invisible watermarking feature when you use certain editing tools. Here’s how it works. more…
Why hasn't the Pixel November update arrived?
Google's Pixel November update didn't arrive on the first Tuesday of the month. Security database records and leaked builds suggest that Android 17 QPR2 could be on the way before December.
It's a weird time to buy a laptop, but the new MacBook Pro doesn't skimp on quality
It has the best laptop screen we've used, but there may be reasons to wait.
Apple says there are already over 100,000 apps built for iPhone Duo
Apple released the iPhone Duo two weeks ago, and the app story is quickly taking shape. In a new statement to 9to5Mac , Apple has revealed that there are already “well over 100,000 apps” on the App Store designed for iPhone Duo, and thousands are being added each day. more…
Apple Stores roll out holiday decorations to kick off the season
The holidays are coming, and Apple Stores around the world are rolling out decorations today to celebrate. Here’s a look at this year’s holiday decor. more…
Apple has a secret list of banned autocomplete phrases including ‘dictator Trump’ and ‘covid is a hoax’
A researcher found over 100,000 words and phrases in "every major language" that are blocked from autocomplete and swipe-type in iOS, Reuters reports. The researcher, Derik Kauffman, says you can still type the words on the blocklist one letter at a time. But they won't pop up as
Action Button may be removed on iPhone
According to leaker Instant Digital on Weibo, Apple is planning to combine the iPhone Action Button with the Camera Control. The change could come in the second half of 2027.
Anker Soundcore Space 2 Pro review: Big bang for less bucks
The Space 2 Pro is a set of slightly above average headphones with exceptional voice clarity.
Motorola's New Flagship Signature 27 Introduced: Here Are Its Features and Price
Motorola introduced its new flagship Signature 27 model. The features and price of the phone have been announced.
Apple Store now offers extended holiday returns for all products
Apple has rolled out its holiday theming at the online Apple Store, and with it a new, extended return policy has just been put into place. Here are the details. more…
Local solution to botnet danger in MECOOL and other Android TV boxes
Developed against the XCPE botnet on Android TV boxes, the free XCPE Guard detects and disables malware on devices, especially MECOOL.
OLED iPad Air comes with Samsung screen in 2027
Apple's first OLED iPad Air model is expected to be released in 2027. It is said that on the panel side, the majority will be on Samsung Display, and LG and BOE will also take a share.
Twelve South’s new Cablesnap charger has a built-in retractable USB-C cable
Popular Apple accessory maker Twelve South is launching a new retractable Cablesnap 65W travel charger this week. It has a built-in USB-C cable, alongside an additional USB-C port and USB-A port. You can order the new Cablesnap 65W on Amazon today for $49.99 . more…
Samsung Galaxy Watch Ultra 2 review: The new standard for smartwatch battery life
With its bright display and battery life, the Galaxy Watch Ultra 2 hits the sweet spot for smartwatch hardware.
I’ve reviewed almost every Android foldable this year — here’s how the iPhone Duo compares
When I first read Allison and Nilay's Verge review of the iPhone Duo, I was immediately struck by one of their complaints: that the cover display is too small. That's not how the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 feels, I thought. Had they got it wrong? After a week and a half using the Du
TikTok launches standalone shopping app for TikTok Shop
TikTok separated its shopping service, TikTok Shop, from its main application and launched it as an independent mobile application. The application, published on iOS and Android, is currently available in Singapore, Malaysia, Thailand and France.