Think the iPhone Duo is expensive? Wait until you see how much Apple charges to repair it
With repair bills reaching $1,499, skipping AppleCare could prove painfully expensive
iPhone Duo roundup: Apple gets the hardware right, but is it worth $2,000?
Apple's long-awaited foldable is off to a strong start. Reviewers agree that the iPhone Duo gets much of the hardware right, with a polished design and an impressive folding display. But for $2,000, it remains a first-gen product with compromises, and one that will struggle to convince most iPhone users to make the jump.
Spotify is asking Family plan members to scan a QR code to prove they live with the account owner
Screen sharing workaround could make the new requirement meaningless
Europe's four largest carriers want to build a Starlink rival, but they don't have satellites
Deutsche Telekom, Orange, Telefónica, and Vodafone sign a letter of intent to explore a joint bid for satellite spectrum
This 3D-printed 1980s brick phone brings back the days when mobile phones were just for making calls
A giant antenna, 19 physical keys, and no distracting apps – just don't throw away your iPhone yet
Apple iPhone Duo is already backordered until 2027
Strong demand, low inventory, or a mix of both?
Google Play now lets you install your own vibe-coded apps without publishing them
The apps stay private to the creator, with no developer account needed
Your Android phone could double as a Steam Deck with this free app that runs PC games locally
DroidDeck brings Steam to Android, with Cyberpunk 2077 reaching around 60fps
Amazon's new Alexa tablets ditch Fire OS for regular Android
The Alexa Tablet 12 Pro starts at $499 with a 120Hz display, up to 16GB of RAM, and a Nanomatte screen option
AMD says FSR 4 is coming to handhelds and laptops by the end of 2026
The Steam Deck, and possibly the Xbox Series consoles, would likely wait for FSR 4 on RDNA 2 next year
Some iPhone 18 Pro Max owners are losing cell service, and Apple's fix is an entirely new phone
Users who lose service are left without calls, texts, or mobile data, with Wi-Fi as the only workaround
Fairphone 6+ reviews: a repairability champion, but $650 is a tough sell
Now available in the US, the Fairphone 6+ stands out with its replaceable battery, microSD slot, 5-year warranty, and software support through 2033. That longevity comes at a price, though: at $650, reviewers note that its cameras, performance, and water resistance fall short of what similarly priced phones typically offer.
A forensic tool claims it can stop seized iPhones from locking down after 72 hours
GrayKey Preserve can also disable a seized phone's Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, and cellular radios remotely
Some Pixel owners can't unlock their phones after the latest update
Pixel 10 Pro, 8a, and 8 Pro owners are reporting lockouts after September 2026 update
QR Codes Explained: How They Work and Why They're Everywhere
QR codes were built to track car parts, written off as a gimmick, then rescued by phone cameras. Now they're everywhere. Here's how they work, what's changed, and what to watch out for.
The iPhone Duo is reportedly facing production challenges with low yields and quality concerns
Bottom line: After years of rumors and speculation, Apple's first foldable iPhone is expected to go on sale next month, but getting enough of them into customers' hands could prove the harder part. Foxconn, the contract manufacturer responsible for producing the device, is reportedly facing severe production constraints that could limit early output, raising the prospect of tight supply for what is now Apple's most expensive iPhone.
Boox launches the Picco, a tiny $100 e-reader that attaches to the back of your phone
The 3.97-inch device weighs just 58g and includes a MagSafe-style connector
This amazing DIY desk uses a camera and a motor to charge your phone wherever you set it down
Custom desk build adds transparent display, standing-desk automation, and hydration reminders
Google's Gemini can now call businesses for you
But will businesses like being called by AI assistants?
Adobe Premiere is now available on Android, offering free 4K video editing
No ads, login or watermarks, only AI and cloud storage are paid features
Qualcomm's new chips show how AI agents are tying together phones, laptops, and earbuds
The bet here is that audio AI devices could outpace smart glasses as the future mainstream wearable
Motorola partners with Bang & Olufsen to bring high-end audio to its flagship phones
A close cooperation between two companies with a likewise design focus
Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 6 reaches 5GHz while going big on agentic AI
Qualcomm debuts 2nm mobile SoCs
iPhone 18 Pro teardown highlights mechanical camera aperture and a major thermal redesign
For most, it's best to leave major repair jobs to the experts
Apple's new hardware chief says seeing screen protectors used on iPhones makes his "skin crawl"
Tom Marieb argues Ceramic Shield 2 offers 3x the scratch resistance of previous generations