This was another busy week in tech, between Chromecasts breaking, big updates to Android and Windows, T-Mobile raising plan prices, and so much more. Here are the biggest stories from the last week you might have missed.

The Big News

Your T-Mobile Bill Might Be Going Up

T-Mobile is raising prices on more legacy plans, with some subscribers seeing a $5 increase per line. Some of those plans were advertised as having a ‘Price Lock’ guarantee. Continue reading…

CrossOver 25 Brings Even More Windows Software to Linux & Mac

CrossOver is one of the best ways to run Windows software and games on Mac, Linux, and Chromebooks. CrossOver 25 has now arrived with big improvements for Windows games and launchers on Mac. Continue reading…

Microsoft Is About to Kill the Remote Desktop App for Windows

Microsoft has announced the end of support for the Remote Desktop app for Windows. You’ll need to switch to the ‘Windows App’ to continue remotely accessing your Windows PCs or servers, though this shutdown doesn’t affect all types of remote connections. Continue reading…

Siri Stays Unintelligent in 2025 as Apple’s AI Upgrades Are Delayed

Apple’s “more personalized” version of Siri is delayed until 2026. The enhanced voice assistant, which leverages AI for greater contextual awareness, was first shown at WWDC 2024 and originally scheduled for a 2025 launch. Continue reading…

Samsung Improves Its Now Bar Ahead of One UI 7 Rollout

Samsung’s new One UI 7 update based on Android 15 has a lot to offer, and one of my favorite features (even if it’s a bit half-baked) is the new “Now Bar” on the Galaxy S25. This week, Samsung started pushing out a much-needed update to improve the Now Bar, likely ahead of the broader One UI 7 release next month. Continue reading…

An Automatic Update Is Breaking Samsung Soundbars

Samsung soundbars are unresponsive following the recent v1020.7 firmware update. This problem primarily affects customers with newer soundbars or home theater kits. Continue reading…

This Calculator-Style Handheld Has a Swappable Raspberry Pi Inside

If you’d like a handheld computer that’ll make you look like a math nerd from 30 years ago, you’re in luck. Linux DIY computer maker ClockworkPi has released a new handheld kit called the PicoCalc. Continue reading…

RCS is Finally Getting End-to-End Encryption on Your iPhone

Your iPhone finally got support for RCS messaging as of iOS 18, finally unbreaking green bubble texts for a lot of people. They’re still green bubbles, but they now work like something made in the last decade. Now, it’s also getting end-to-end encryption. Continue reading…

The Latest Steam Competitor Is Google Play Games

Google Play Games on PC started off as a way to play Android games on Windows computers, with your purchases, save files, and other data synchronized across PC and Android devices. Now, Google is turning it into a full-fledged competitor to Steam, the Microsoft Store, and other PC game stores. Continue reading…

The New Mercedes-Benz CLA is the Brand’s Most Intelligent Car Yet

Mercedes-Benz has finally unveiled the new CLA, and it lives up to the hype. We expected the 2026 model to be quick, versatile, and stylish, and it delivers on all fronts. Bigger, faster, and better than ever, it features a high-tech hybrid drive and a fully electric option, catering to all needs. Continue reading…

RTX Remix Makes Your Old PC Games Look New Again

NVIDIA has officially released RTX Remix, which has been in beta for over a year. The platform lets you improve the graphics of classic PC games using AI and DLSS 4, making them look like they’ve been remastered. Continue reading…

This Toyota Stole the F-150’s Crown in 2024

The Ford F-150 has been a dominant force in American auto sales for decades. Its reign has ended, as for the first time in a decade the Toyota RAV4 has claimed the title of the most-registered vehicle in the U.S., according to data from JATO Dynamics. Continue reading…

Microsoft Edge on Android Has Extensions Now (Before Chrome)

There are a handful of Android browsers with support for extensions–including Firefox–and now Microsoft Edge is officially joining the club. The most recent version of the app brings an Extension Store with 22 extensions at launch. Continue reading…

The Light Phone 3 Wants to Free You From Modern Distractions

Have you ever wished you could just swap out your phone full of apps and features and go back to the simpler times where you just texted or called people? Light has a product line that fulfills the exact purpose, and its latest phone, the Light 3, is as minimalist as it gets, but I’m honestly failing to see the long-term market vision here. Continue reading…

Notepad in Windows 11 Is Getting More Copilot AI

The new Notepad update, version 11.2501.29.0, comes with two main features. The first one is a summarization tool, and the second is the Snipping Tool helping you make boxes and arrows more professionally. Continue reading…

Anker Soundcore Launches a Newer, Better Set of Open-ear Earbuds

Anker Soundcore is now offering its AeroClip Clip-On earbuds. Announced in January, the earbuds’ open-ear “ring” design allows you to hear your surroundings and provides a stable fit when exercising or performing other physical activities. Continue reading…

Android 16 Is Nearly Ready for Prime Time With the Release of Beta 3

The latest Android 16 beta has arrived, and it marks Platform Stability. That means the APIs and app-facing behaviors are finalized. We’re very close to the final version that will be released in just a few months. Continue reading…

The Chromecast with Google TV Is Finally Getting Android 14

If you’re still using a Chromecast with Google TV dongle we have some good news. Even though Google discontinued these popular little gadgets, your old Chromecast is about to get an update to Android 14 with a few changes and new features. Continue reading…

Your Xbox Is Getting a Copilot

Copilot is, by now, present in basically every Microsoft product or software out there. Your Windows OS, your browser, your Microsoft 365 suite, and everything in between. So when Microsoft announced it would be adding Copilot to Xbox, it didn’t come across as much of a surprise. Continue reading…

Sonos Cancels Its Video Streaming Box to Avoid More Embarrassment

Sonos’s video streaming device, planned for release in the second half of 2025, has reportedly been canceled. This decision may help Sonos maintain focus on its audio products, which have been deeply criticized in recent years due to software mismanagement. Continue reading…

Google Gemini Just Got Another Big Upgrade

Gemini, Google’s very own AI chatbot, has received a slew of improvements recently. And it’s only getting better. Google has just announced a bunch of new stuff for Gemini—some of it for advanced users only, though you’ll also find additions for free users. Continue reading…

Samsung Rolls Out the Android 15 Beta to More Galaxy Phones and Tablets

After a much longer wait than anyone expected, Samsung is finally ready to send its highly anticipated Galaxy Android 15 (One UI 7) beta to more users. Samsung expanded its One UI 7 beta to the older Galaxy S23 series and Galaxy Tab S10. Continue reading…

This Cooler Master PC Case is All About Airflow

Cooler Master cases are popular for a reason. They provide a pretty good price for really high-quality cases, and the company uses its expertise in fans and coolers to give you cases with great airflow as well. This one follows that line very well, and it’s surprisingly flexible. Continue reading…

Your Pokémon Go Location Data Just Got Sold

Niantic, the company Pokémon Go, has sold its division that makes third-party games to Scopely, a business owned by a Saudia Arabian company, for $3.5 billion. This includes Pokémon Go, Pikmin Bloom, and Monster Hunter Now, and all the location data of its users with it. Continue reading…

TP-Link has announced the TL-WR3002X. This is a new travel router that supports Wi-Fi 6, giving you a fast, reliable, and optional VPN filter everywhere you travel. Continue reading…

Days Later, Chromecasts Are Still Not Allowing Users to Cast Videos

For several days now, owners of the Google Chromecast (2nd Gen) and the Chromecast Audio haven’t been able to use the devices. Google has finally acknowledged the issue, sending out emails to those with affected devices. Continue reading…

HTC Came Down from Android Heaven to Sell Boring Phones

Legendary smartphone brand HTC officially reentered the Android market last year. Unfortunately, the company’s U24 Pro wasn’t a stunner, and it seems that HTC is continuing down a less-than-innovative path with the launch of its new Wildfire E5 Plus handset. Continue reading…

Google Messages Is Finally Fixing Images and Videos

Have you noticed that images and videos seem a bit broken on Google Messages? It’s not just you; others are experiencing similar issues. I’m talking about app slowdowns, images failing to load, blurry videos, and other complaints. Google is aware of these problems and is actively fixing them. Continue reading…

Google Chrome Has New Rules for Browser Extensions

Google is now blocking Chrome extensions from changing affiliate links and codes “without providing a tangible benefit to users.” The move is likely a response to the controversy around Honey’s Chrome extension, which was accused of taking affiliate revenue from creators. Continue reading…

Don’t Trust AI Search Engines–Study Finds They’re “Confidently Wrong” Up to 76% of the Time

We’ve all heard the warnings: “Don’t trust everything AI says!” But how inaccurate are AI search engines really? The folks at the Tow Center for Digital Journalism put eight popular AI search engines through comprehensive tests, and the results are staggering. Continue reading…

Fences 6 Can Add More Shortcuts to Your Windows Desktop

Fences is a Windows utility from Stardock Software that allows you to add quick-access panels to your desktop for files, applications, and other data. Stardock has now released the first beta of Fences 6, and there are a few new features worth cheking out. Continue reading…

Apple Fixed Another Zero-day Security Vulnerability: Update Your Devices Now

It’s always good to see companies stay on top of zero-days—you can’t help them, but you want to minimize the amount of users that can be affected by this. Now, Apple has just fixed a zero-day vulnerability on WebKit, and it’s actually a pretty interesting one. Continue reading…

Plugable’s 5Gbps USB-C Adapter Is Great for Home Labs and Networked Storage

Plugable now sells a 5Gbps Ethernet to USB-C adapter for just $38. The company is also introducing its first Thunderbolt 5 cable, which is (thankfully) far less expensive than Apple’s TB5 cable. Continue reading…

Apple Intelligence Keeps Turning on After iPhone Updates

New iPhones updates are automatically enabling AI-powered Apple Intelligence functionality, even for people who already switched it off. It’s not clear if this is a bug or intended behavior, but either way, it’s getting to be annoying. Continue reading…

This New Windows 11 Feature Reminds Us of Cortana

The Copilot app for Windows now has a keyboard shortcut for opening voice mode, allowing you to talk to the AI chatbot without a bunch of clicks. It’s a bit of a throwback to the conversation mode in Windows 10’s Cortana voice assistant. Continue reading…

Google Maps Is Completely Wiping Timeline History for Some Users

Google Maps Timeline is a handy feature (with some privacy compromises) that lets you relive your past travels. However, it’s currently experiencing a pretty major hiccup. Some users are reporting that their Timeline history has vanished without a trace. Continue reading…

Pocket Casts Makes Its Web Player Free and Criticizes Corporate-Owned Rivals

Pocket Casts’ web and desktop clients no longer require a subscription or login. The company previously charged $4 a month for web and desktop access, though its mobile apps has been free of charge since 2019. Continue reading…

ASUS Introduces a Computer Monitor for Stinky Office Workers

ASUS now sells an Air Ionizer computer monitor. Available in three sizes, the monitor should remove odor and fine particulates, such as pollen, from the air around your desk. Continue reading…

Google Pixel March Update Causing Screen and Haptic Issues

Pixel phone owners love it when Google releases one of its feature-drop updates, enabling new features and fixing bugs on their phones. But if you haven’t updated to the latest one yet, it might be a good idea to wait a few days. Continue reading…

Your Old DVDs May Have Disc Rot, and Warner Bros. Will Replace Them

If you’re like most people, you’ve probably got a pile of DVDs somewhere, and those DVDs are most likely getting a little old. Well, Warner Bros. just confirmed a nasty little secret that might impact your collection: some of their DVDs from 2006 to 2008 are turning to dust. Continue reading…

These SteelSeries Mousepads Are Tuned for Specific Playstyles

SteelSeries has released its latest product in gaming peripherals with the new QcK Performance Series mousepads. This new product line is supposed to represent an evolution in mousepad technology by focusing on personalization based on individual gaming playstyles. Continue reading…

iOS and macOS May Get a Massive UI Redesign in Late 2025

Rumors suggest that Apple will announce a major iOS, iPadOS, and macOS software design overhaul at WWDC 2025. If true, this will be the biggest iOS UI revamp since 2013, and it will replace a lot of the iPhone-like design elements that invaded macOS in 2020. Continue reading…

Sony Wants to Keep Pushing the PlayStation 5 Pro’s Graphics

The PlayStation 5 Pro’s main promise is better, more stable graphics—there’s a reason why it costs a lot more than the regular Slim model of the console. Now, though, Sony is thinking about party tricks to raise the bar even further, and the latest party trick thought up by the company actually looks very, very nice. Continue reading…

Garuda Linux Flaunts Its Feathers With “Broadwing” Update

Always one to make a spectacle, the Arch-based Linux distribution Garuda Linux has released a major update that comes with several visually impressive additions and redesigns. Continue reading…

iFixit’s Compatibility Checker Makes Device Repair Even Easier

Navigating the iFixit website and buying replacement parts can be a somewhat overwhelming experience. So, iFixit is introducing a new Device Compatibility Checker to further reduce the guesswork involved in device repair. Continue reading…

JBL’s Charge 6 and Flip 7 Speakers Arrive With Booming Sound

Arriving in time for the upcoming spring and summer months, JBL just upgraded two of our favorite portable Bluetooth speakers. With AI Sound Boost technology, the new JBL Charge 6 and Flip 7 are finally here to slap the bass during your summer adventures. Continue reading…

Future OnePlus Phones Will Steal This Controversial iPhone Feature

Future OnePlus phones will use a multi-function Action button instead of an Alert Slider. This marks a major change in OnePlus’ brand identity, as the Alert Slider is fairly unique in the world of Android. Continue reading…

A 3D Printed Keyboard Case Turns an Old Samsung Phone Into a Mini Laptop

Phones with physical keyboards are mostly a thing of the past, but that doesn’t mean everyone is happy about it. An industrious hardware modder took matters into their own hands and added a sliding keyboard to a Samsung Galaxy Note 10+. Continue reading…

TCL’s Stunning New Mini-LED TVs Go Up to 115 Inches

TCL, one of the best-selling TV manufacturers in the world, announced its all-new TCL QM7K lineup. This series is packed with new technology to improve your living room experience. Ranging from 55 inches to 115 inches, these mini-LED TVs offer stunning picture accuracy, additional local dimming zones, and more. Continue reading…

The OrangePi RV2 Is Like a RISC-V Raspberry Pi

OrangePi has released a new single-board computer powered by a RISC-V processor. It takes some inspiration from Raspberry Pi boards, but uses the more experimental RISC-V architecture instead of ARM. Continue reading…

Windows 11 24H2 Is Rolling Out to More PCs

You’d be forgiven for not knowing about it, but despite the fact that Windows 11 24H2 has been out for several months now, not everyone was eligible for the update—with an issue impacting a considerable contingent of users holding it back. Microsoft is now continuing its rollout with the lift of a compatibility block. Continue reading…

The Apple Watch Won’t Be Banned In The US

The Apple Watch is an extremely popular wearable product by Apple, so it would’ve been a bit dystopic to see it banned in the US. Thankfully, believe it or not, Apple just avoided that fate. Continue reading…

Samsung’s Android 16 Update Should Have a Faster Rollout

Samsung has been panned for the fact it’s taking a long time to bring Android 15 to its smartphones. The company seems to be hard at work ensuring that doesn’t happen again for the next major Android update, though. Continue reading…

New AMD Ryzen 3D V-Cache CPUs Are Coming Soon

AMD’s 3D V-Cache technology is still not fully integrated with its mainstream CPU launches three generations in, but that’s what makes these releases so exciting—they allow AMD to reclaim the CPU throne even after Intel releases its own. Now, the new Ryzen 9 9900X3D and 9950X3D are coming, and we have a release date. Continue reading…

Android Is Officially Getting Lock Screen Widgets (Again)

We’re in the middle of finding out what exactly will be coming with the release of Android 16 this Summer. The latest addition is a feature that hasn’t been officially available on Android devices for over a decade: lock screen widgets. Continue reading…

FCC Filing Reveals Switch 2’s Model Number, Confirms Some Features

We’re only a month away from Nintendo’s big Switch 2 event, yet gamers are still desperate for early information. Now, through a mandatory FCC filing, Nintendo has revealed the Switch 2’s model number and confirmed some of the console’s functionality. Continue reading…

If you have an Android phone, you likely use Google’s default software keyboard, Gboard. And if you recently noticed things looking wildly different, it’s not just you. Google is apparently testing a few big design changes for Gboard, and not everyone is happy about how things look. Continue reading…