We know that 5G networks continue to expand globally, but looking ahead, Samsung Electronics has announced a significant technical breakthrough in the development of 6G connectivity. In collaboration with Keysight Technologies and the South Korean operator KT Corporation, Samsung successfully validated its eXtreme MIMO (X-MIMO) technology, reaching data speeds of 3 Gbps. The 7 GHz…
Sony has introduced a new subscription-based way for consumers to get the PlayStation 5 without purchasing the console outright. The service, called Flex, is designed for users who prefer a lower monthly cost instead of paying the full retail price upfront. It debuted in the United Kingdom and represents an alternative distribution model aimed at…
A growing number of automakers are scaling back or removing support for Android Auto and Apple CarPlay in newly launched vehicles. The move reflects a broader shift in how manufacturers approach in-car connectivity, with increasing emphasis on proprietary infotainment systems designed to offer deeper integration with vehicle functions. Even as smartphone mirroring technologies continue to…
LG NOVA, the North America Innovation Center for LG Electronics, is returning to CES 2026 with an expanded showcase that puts a spotlight on its collaborative, AI-first innovation model. Featured in the exhibit are companies incubated internally by LG NOVA, along with startup partners and breakthrough projects that are expected to become future businesses. Taken…
With its official launch in China, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra has established itself as a significant flagship product in the high-end smartphone and mobile photography market. Along with Xiaomi HyperOS 3, it makes its debut with a number of noteworthy hardware and software enhancements, such as a large battery, a sophisticated camera system, and top-tier…
YouTube just took another step toward becoming a full-scale streaming television service with the launch of a new offering more focused on dedicated TV channel plans. Announced last week on December 10th, the initiative introduces subscription packages organized by content genre and is currently available in the U.S.. Under the YouTube TV branding, the platform plans…
Huawei has just introduced it’s newest laptop, the HM740, the first office computer bundled with HarmonyOS, expanding the brand’s operating system beyond mobile devices. The machine was designed specifically for enterprise productivity and brings a combo of features like portability, performance, and advanced connectivity. (Image Credits: Huawei) Sporting a slim and lightweight design (1.32 kg/2.91…
OnePlus has officially confirmed new details about the upcoming OnePlus 15R, revealing that the device will include a 7,400 mAh battery, the largest ever used in a OnePlus smartphone and reportedly the biggest battery found in a consumer smartphone in North America. This development positions the 15R as a device focused on endurance and longevity,…
ByteDance, the Chinese tech giant behind TikTok, is entering the smartphone intelligent assistant market. Unlike competitors such as Google and Apple, the company does not plan to launch its own smartphone. Instead, ByteDance aims to integrate its artificial intelligence technology directly into devices from major manufacturers through strategic partnerships. This approach marks the debut of…
Apple is preparing a significant change to the iPhone’s voice assistant options with iOS 26.2, but the feature will be limited to users in Japan. In the third beta of iOS 26.2, developers found new code indicating that Apple is working on allowing the Side Button—normally used to activate Siri—to instead trigger a third-party voice…
