Google has confirmed it will discontinue Android Instant Apps by December 2025, a move that’s unlikely to impact most users due to the feature’s limited adoption. Instant Apps allowed users to try out parts of mobile apps without installing them, offering a faster and more lightweight experience.Launched in 2016 and rolled out in 2017, Android Instant Apps aimed to reduce friction for users engaging with digital services. When a user... Read more ›
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SEGA has announced it will soon discontinue support for a number of its classic mobile games available through the SEGA Forever program, a long-running initiative aimed at bringing retro SEGA titles to Android and iOS devices. Ahead of their removal, the company has made these games free to download, offering fans a final opportunity to add them to their library.The affected titles include popular legacy games from across SEGA’s catalog,... Read more ›
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Apple has begun selling refurbished units of the M4 MacBook Air through its official refurbished store. These units are now available at a discount of approximately 15% off the original MSRP, providing a more budget-friendly option for consumers interested in the latest model.Refurbished M4 MacBook Airs are available starting at $849, and include base specifications such as a 256GB SSD and 16GB of RAM. They are offered in all four... Read more ›
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Realme has officially unveiled the Narzo 80 Lite 5G, a new budget smartphone aimed at offering solid performance and large battery life at an affordable price. Initially launched in India, the device is designed to provide cost-effective 5G connectivity and practical day-to-day functionality.The Narzo 80 Lite is powered by the MediaTek Dimensity 6300 chipset, paired with up to 6 GB of RAM and 128 GB of internal storage. This configuration... Read more ›
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Instagram has introduced Spotify music integration into Notes, allowing users to share the songs they’re currently listening to in real time. Announced on Thursday (June 12), this update enhances the temporary status feature located in the Stories section by syncing directly with Spotify, updating as the music changes. This integration builds upon last year’s “Add to Spotify” button and provides a more dynamic, real-time connection between the two platforms.The update... Read more ›
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A new leak suggests that the Apple A19 Pro, the upcoming chip expected to power the iPhone 17 Pro, could deliver a significant leap in performance—especially in single-core processing. The leak, shared by reputable source Digital Chat Station, indicates that the chip may reach performance levels comparable to Apple’s M4 processor, which currently powers the newest iPad Pro and several Macs.According to early benchmarks using Geekbench 6, the A19 Pro... Read more ›
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RedMagic has officially launched the Gaming Tablet 3 Pro, a high-performance compact gaming tablet designed to rival the recently launched Lenovo Legion Y700 Gen 4. Confirmed for a global release under the name RedMagic Astra Gaming Tablet, it combines flagship-level specs with a gamer-focused design and efficient thermal management.The device features a 9.06-inch OLED display with a 2.4K resolution, 165 Hz refresh rate, 1,600 nits brightness, and ultra-thin 4.9 mm... Read more ›
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Huawei has officially launched its flagship Pura 80 series, which includes the Pura 80, Pura 80 Pro, Pura 80 Pro+, and the premium-tier Pura 80 Ultra. Building on the Pura 70 lineup, the new models introduce enhanced performance, upgraded camera systems, and improved durability. All devices share a metal-glass construction, IP69 certification, and second-generation Kunlun Glass protection.The highlight of the series is the Pura 80 Ultra, which debuts with a... Read more ›
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On June 10, Google officially rolled out the stable version of Android 16 for its Pixel smartphones, following six months of testing. The latest Android release introduces notable visual upgrades, enhanced accessibility features, and improvements focused on user convenience, security, and multi-device functionality.Material 3 Expressive and Notification Enhancements Android 16 debuts the Material 3 Expressive design language, offering a more dynamic and personalized user interface across supported apps and. Read more ›
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Google has initiated testing of Search Live, a new AI-driven voice search feature, on Android and iOS devices. Announced during the Google I/O event in late May, this experimental feature is part of a broader push to integrate conversational artificial intelligence across Google’s products. It complements the rollout of Google AI Ultra, enhancements to Gemini 2.5, and deeper integration with Android XR.Search Live enables users to interact with Google’s search... Read more ›
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During its WWDC 2025 keynote, Apple officially introduced iOS 26, a major update for iPhones. The jump in version number—from iOS 18 to 26—is intended to align all Apple operating systems with a uniform naming convention based on the release year, reducing user confusion.Redesigned Interface: Liquid GlassOne of the most significant changes in iOS 26 is the introduction of the Liquid Glass design. This new aesthetic features a translucent, glass-like... Read more ›
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At the Xbox Games Showcase 2025, Microsoft officially announced its first handheld gaming console: the ROG Xbox Ally, developed in collaboration with ASUS. Available in two models—ROG Xbox Ally and ROG Xbox Ally X—the devices aim to compete directly with the Steam Deck and Nintendo Switch 2 by combining powerful hardware and a unified gaming ecosystem.The standard ROG Xbox Ally targets budget-conscious gamers, while the Ally X is designed for... Read more ›
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The global launch of the highly anticipated Nintendo Switch 2 on Thursday (5th) was met with widespread excitement. However, for some customers, the occasion was marred by reports of screen damage caused by mishandling during the retail process, particularly at GameStop locations.According to a report by IGN and firsthand accounts shared on social media, the issue arose when GameStop employees stapled receipts directly onto the console’s packaging. A user identified... Read more ›
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WhatsApp is introducing a new feature that allows users to forward photos, videos, and text to Meta AI, the platform’s integrated chatbot, for content analysis. Initially released through the beta channel (version 2.25.18.8 for Android), the feature is also gradually rolling out to some stable users.With this new capability, Meta AI can analyze forwarded content to provide contextual information, such as identifying the location where a photo was taken, describing... Read more ›
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Apple is expected to unveil iOS 26—previously referred to as iOS 19—on June 9 during WWDC 2025, and new rumors suggest the update will introduce a series of minor but useful improvements across several native apps. These updates will complement iOS 26’s refreshed visual design and its integration with Apple Intelligence, Apple’s evolving AI framework.According to sources from 9to5Mac, Apple is quietly preparing five small enhancements across its core iOS... Read more ›
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Nothing has announced the official launch date of its upcoming flagship device, the Nothing Phone (3). The smartphone, described as the company’s most ambitious release to date, will mark Nothing’s transition from the mid-range market to the premium segment. The official unveiling is scheduled for July 1, as confirmed through a teaser posted on the brand’s X (formerly Twitter) account.The teaser features an animated visual that may hint at a... Read more ›
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Lenovo has officially launched the Legion Y700 Gen 4, a compact gaming tablet aimed at mobile gamers seeking high performance in a smaller form factor. The device features a powerful Snapdragon 8 Elite processor, paired with either 12 GB or 16 GB of LPDDR5X RAM and 256 GB or 512 GB of UFS 4.1 storage, making it one of the most capable Android tablets available. A robust vapor chamber cooling... Read more ›
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Lenovo has launched the Legion G9, a new gaming controller designed to transform the recently released Legion Y700 Gen 4 tablet into a portable gaming console. This release is particularly notable for its integration of advanced features typically found in high-end gaming accessories, setting it apart from standard mobile gaming solutions. A more advanced version, the Legion G9 Pro, is also on the way, offering even more impressive specs.Visually, the... Read more ›
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Microsoft has announced the launch of the Bing Video Creator, a new tool that uses artificial intelligence to generate short videos from text prompts. This release is seen as a direct response to Google’s recent unveiling of Veo 3 with Flow at the AI25 event. Integrated into the Bing app for Android and iOS, the feature is powered by Microsoft’s Sora AI and allows users to create videos for free.To... Read more ›
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Google has begun rolling out automatic AI-generated email summaries in the GMail app for Android and iOS. This update represents a shift from Gemini, Google’s AI assistant, being an optional feature to becoming a standard tool for certain users. The aim is to provide a quicker overview of long or multi-reply conversations without requiring manual input.Previously, AI-generated summaries had to be triggered manually. Now, they appear automatically at the top... Read more ›
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