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Update: Republished on May 10 with a new security upgrade for Android phones and further reports on Samsung’s Android 16 upgrade as it chases down Pixel. Google has warned that Android phones are again under attack, with another serious vulnerability leaving devices exposed to hackers.
Earlier this year, Apple was said to be in the middle of shortlisting candidates who would supply it the necessary components for the foldable iPhone so that the device could proceed with a launch in the second half of 2026.
Samsung’s Certified Renewed program lets you buy a like-new flagship phone for less – and do your part to cut down on e-waste. In honor of Earth Day last week, Samsung is giving you the chance to help keep e-waste out of landfills and score a discount on a flagship Android phone. Kerry Wan/ZDNET
A range of upcoming products suggests Meta is fully committed to turning their vision into reality. After Declaring the End of Smartphones, Mark Zuckerberg is Now Racing to Replace Them | The Daily Galaxy –Great Discoveries Channel
Productivity is a mindset, and while no accessory or price point on the internet can tweak it, the right tools and workspace can make all the difference in efficiency and comfort and directly impact one’s overall productivity. This underscores the importance of laptop accessories in enhancing productivity and how people are shifting towards investing in an ergonomic workspace, especially as remote work continues to become more of a norm as time passes. slexp880/Shutterstock
Dell is bidding farewell to its familiar desktop and laptop sub-brands. Inspiron, Latitude, Precision, and XPS are now simpler, more generic identifiers. Here’s everything you need to know. Dell’s 2025 kicked off with a serious New Year’s resolution: to reset its entire brand identity. New Dell computers will focus on the “Dell” name and eliminate its well-known sub-brands XPS, Inspiron, Precision, and Latitude. (Credit: Joseph Maldonado)
It’s March now, and coming off of MWC 2025, where Lenovo blew us away with their parade of innovations (solar-powered laptops, anyone?), it’s refreshing to finally get my hands on products announced at CES earlier this year. The Yoga Slim 9i has landed on my desk at Yanko Design, and this peculiar beauty has certainly captured my attention. Designer: Lenovo
USB is everywhere, be it in your laptop, desktop, gaming console, or even household appliances. It has become an essential part of modern technology, enabling fast data transfer, efficient device charging, and seamless connectivity. However, if you’ve ever looked closely at the USB ports on your devices, you may have noticed that they are not all the same and come in different colors. DMZ001/Shutterstock
Ready to ditch the setup headaches and jump straight into Linux? With a mini PC that has Linux preinstalled, you can skip the technical fuss and start exploring right away. Think of a mini PC as a desktop computer that’s been shrunk down to about the size of a thick book. Despite their small size, they pack enough power for everyday computing tasks like web browsing, office work, and media streaming. Lucas Gouveia/How-To Geek
A critical new warning this week, as a dangerous new browser update attacks Microsoft Windows users in the wild. As ever, this attack deploys social engineering to lure users into the simple click they’ll quickly regret. Here’s what to look for. New attack warning for Windows usersNurPhoto via Getty Images
