While Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 7s chips are scaled-down versions of the standard Snapdragon 7 series, they still deliver reliable performance and even high-end features at a more accessible price. Now, the mobile chip lineup gets a refresh with the Snapdragon 7s Gen 4, bringing more flagship-level traits, including improved camera and gaming capabilities, to budget and mid-range phones.
Today is a big day for Android fans. Google unveiled the Pixel 10 range and Pixel Watch 4 while also releasing the Android 16 QPR2 Beta 1, or Quarterly Platform Release 2. This is the first beta installment in the update that is planned to ship in December. However, Pixel users can now get an early taste of what's to come. Here are the major additions to this firmware and why it's worth testing.
The dream of spending more time with a device without constantly worrying about charging is something I’ve been writing about for years. I recently praised a smartphone simply because it managed to deliver true “all-day battery life.” With smartwatches, the challenge is even greater. Their compact form factor limits battery size, and bright displays that remain readable in daylight drain power quickly. That’s why every time I come across a potential solution to the dreaded “low battery” warning on a smartwatch, I pay close attention.
Smartwatches have long been about fitness tracking, heart-rate checks, and quick glances at notifications. Handy, yes, but not exactly for everyone. The thing is, Qualcomm is now putting something on the table that could capture a lot more people’s interest. With its new Snapdragon W5 Gen 2 and W5+ Gen 2 platforms, the smartwatch is stepping beyond workouts and wellness into something much bigger.
Google officially unveiled the Pixel 10 series, and just like in the previous year, four models are available: the Pixel 10, Pixel 10 Pro, Pixel 10 Pro XL, and the Pixel 10 Pro Fold. I already talked about the hardware in detail separately—now it's all about the software. In addition to "vanilla" Android 16, Google also offers some exclusive functions.
The time has finally arrived: Google unveiled its range of new Pixel 10 smartphones—and I was there to take a closer look at the devices. The new series comprises four models: the compact Pixel 10, the more powerful Pixel 10 Pro, the larger Pixel 10 Pro XL, and the new foldable Pixel 10 Pro Fold. Measuring 6.3 inches, the Pixel 10 and Pixel 10 Pro are pleasant to hold in the hand based on today's standards. The XL model arrives in 6.8 inches, but is technically equipped identically—I was able to confirm this in a direct comparison.
When you're half-asleep in the morning and press the button, the world begins to smell of coffee. That's how it works in most households. Four cups per person, each day, amounts to over 160 liters a year. Coffee even beats beer and water in some cases, where volume consumed is concerned. It is no wonder, then, that the coffee machine is the most important member of the household. Therein lies the problem: if you treat your coffee machine incorrectly, you not only shorten its lifespan, but you also harm yourself.
Dune: Awakening launched to very positive reviews just a few months ago. And even though many players enjoy the game, there's one big question on everyone's mind: What's next? So far, the developers have focused on eradicating bugs and making sure the game runs smoothly, but now that that's out of the way, exciting things are underway. I am at Gamescom in Germany and had the opportunity to speak with one of the developers. Here's what he had to say about the game's future and upcoming content.
While Range Rover models are some of the top choices for tough driving in different terrains, they're not always immune to failure. Jaguar Land Rover has sent out an urgent warning to drivers of over 121,000 vehicles affected by a potential suspension defect that increases the risk of a fatal crash.
They are colorful, slightly eccentric, and stick to almost every fridge: magnets—the Eiffel Tower from Paris, the tile from Lisbon, a cheap souvenir from Las Vegas. One look at the door - and every visitor knows where you've been. But what hardly anyone asks: Are these things harmless? Or do they harm the fridge, which keeps your milk cold day and night? Some claim that magnets can reduce electricity consumption. Others warn that they ruin electronics. Between Nostalgia and Technology Drama: Who Is Right?