If you’re still looking for a present this Christmas or perhaps just in for a portable tablet for personal use, the iPad Mini 6 (2021) might be one of the best gift ideas you should consider. Amazon has this iPad back to its second-best price of $399, knocking $100 off the usual price of the slate.
OnePlus launched the OnePlus 12 in China, and it is expected to arrive in international markets next month. While the new flagship was touted to feature promising hardware upgrades from the OnePlus 11 (review), the OnePlus 12 seems to be trending locally for the wrong reasons concerning the device’s build quality.
Like clockwork, Apple released the final version of iOS 17.2 to the public a week after it shipped the Release Candidate to developers and testers. Most of the features included in the update were already known via beta releases, such as the Journal app and spatial video recording. However, two vital features didn’t make it into the final firmware cut.
Since the advent of smartphones, the operating systems powering these devices have become increasingly sophisticated and complex. However, the development of advanced software has undeniably broadened the methods through which entities can intrude upon the privacy of users and victims alike. It has recently been discovered that even push notifications, which many consider a basic feature of their devices, can also serve as a means for governments to conduct surveillance.
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In recent years, Asus’ smartphone offering featured a regular Zenfone and the gaming-centric ROG Phone. Next year, they are expected to launch the Zenfone 11 and the ROG Phone 8 series. However, 2024 could also see Asus switch its strategy by introducing an Ultra device in the former lineup while dropping the compact version, at least based on a new listing.
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This year, Apple did not refresh any of its iPads, which is unprecedented ever since the release of the first iPad. Instead, the iPhone manufacturer is rumored to release multiple iPads in the first quarter of 2024. A new report has furnished additional details about the lineup, especially the chipset choice for the iPad Air, which is also tipped to include a bigger 12.9-inch model.
Do you prefer an Android tablet? Here’s our top tablet picks of 2023
Finding a substitute for the Apple Pencil can be a challenging endeavor. Despite the abundance of choices, each stylus comes with its unique features. Adding to the complexity, the price range of various iPad styluses is quite broad, leading to further uncertainty. To assist in this matter, we’ve compiled a list of the top Apple Pencil alternatives available for purchase now.
Aside from making the best Android smartphones, Samsung’s array of tablets are some of the most recommended out there. In line with the upcoming holidays, many of the company’s high-end Galaxy tablets are on sale. Particularly, last year’s Galaxy Tab S8+ gets the biggest saving, making it a top pick among being discounted with a solid $300 off on Amazon.
Yes, the iPhone 15 Pro (Max) is a truly capable portable gaming console. Apple has succeeded where Android gaming smartphones failed to tread: offering a mobile gaming experience that is console-worthy. However, what is the whole point of doing so, and what type of gamer does it cater to?
The Galaxy S24 is expected to bring several new features when it breaks cover in January next year. But aside from the hardware changes, it will also likely debut on One UI 6.1 based on Android 14 which will include new generative AI capabilities and many enhancements. One of the latter could also include a useful feature that would stretch battery health even on other Galaxy smartphones.