Google's Gemini Android app receives a significant update, mirroring the web version's functionality. A new navigation drawer, accessible via a hamburger menu, improves usability by providing quick access to new chats, recent Gems, and conversation history. The drawer slides in from the left, allowing seamless navigation within the...
Apple announced upgrades to standard CarPlay in iOS 26, including Widgets and Live Actions, mirroring features from CarPlay Ultra. Widgets (weather, calendar, etc.) are accessible by swiping right, while Live Actions display real-time updates like sports scores on the CarPlay home screen. Call and message notifications are less...
Meta and Oakley are jointly launching smart glasses this Friday, June 20th. A collaborative Instagram page hints at the release, mirroring the successful Ray-Ban Meta smart glasses. These new Oakley glasses, reportedly designed for athletes like cyclists, feature a centrally located camera, unlike the Ray-Ban model. This...
Google is testing "Audio Overviews," an experimental feature in Search Labs. Using Gemini models, it generates concise audio summaries of top search results for specific queries. Users can opt in to this feature, which provides a conversational overview with links to source websites. While convenient, some users note...
Meta announced that WhatsApp will now display ads within its "Updates" tab, alongside user-shared statuses. These ads will be personalized based on limited user data like location and language, but Meta assures users their private chats, calls, and groups will not be used for ad targeting. Additionally, WhatsApp...
The Nintendo Switch 2 is experiencing fluctuating stock levels in the UK. Amazon UK currently has both the standalone console and the Mario Kart 8 Deluxe bundle in stock, though supplies are limited. GAME also has some bundles available but is also running low. In the US, Amazon...
Samsung aims to boost its smartwatch market share by focusing on preventative health features in a new software update for its Galaxy Watch 5 and newer models. This update includes antioxidant level estimations, sleep and running coaching features, and future plans for an AI-powered health chatbot and smart glasses...
Anker's new Soundcore Sleep A30 earbuds, available for preorder via Kickstarter, feature active noise cancellation (ANC) for improved sleep. Priced at $229.99 (discounted to $139 for early Kickstarter backers), they offer up to 9 hours of battery life (45 with the case) using onboard sleep sounds; streaming reduces this...
Apple will launch public beta testing for AirPods firmware updates in July, accessible through its free Beta Software Program. This follows a developer beta release last week which included features like enhanced call audio quality, studio-quality recording, and a camera remote function for AirPods 4 and AirPods Pro 2....
Apple released iOS 26's first developer beta on June 9th, followed by an unprecedentedly fast second build just three days later. This update, exclusive to iPhone 15 and 16 models, addresses a potential battery issue and possibly a security flaw or leaked product code. A highly anticipated feature,...
