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Spotify's Family plan QR code could cost you Premium access
Spotify is implementing address verification for some Premium Family members to confirm they share a household.
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This New Device ‘Bricks’ Your Phone When You Enter Your Bedroom
A new device called Brick disables phone access when users enter their bedroom to combat nighttime phone scrolling.
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iPhone Duo hands-on review, Apple announces MacBook Pro and Tell event
9to5Mac reviews the unreleased iPhone Duo foldable phone, covering software, hardware features, battery life, and Apple's upcoming product announcements.
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The Google Home Speaker Has Been Secretly Eating My Wi-Fi Data
A Google Home speaker consumed excessive Wi-Fi data compared to other household devices, with the issue also found in other smart home products.
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Motorola’s Android 17 rollout reaches another flagship foldable
Motorola has begun rolling out Android 17 to the Razr Ultra 2025 foldable, bringing design improvements, smarter notifications, and enhanced security features.
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Teenage Engineering launched an instrument amp with a ton of built-in effects
Teenage Engineering launched the EP-35, a multi-input battery-powered instrument amplifier with built-in effects for guitars, vocals, and microphones.
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Some Galaxy S24, S25 owners say Samsung’s latest update is wrecking battery life
Some Galaxy S24 and S25 users report significant battery drain after installing Samsung's Android 17-based One UI 9 update.
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Gemini app expands Google Maps Personal Intelligence, replacing Deep Think
Google is expanding Personal Intelligence features in Gemini app, including enhanced Google Maps integration and replacing the Deep Think feature.
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Pour one out for Arc: One of the most hyped browsers is shutting down for good
Arc browser is shutting down on December 22, 2026, with its developer shifting focus to an AI-first alternative called Dia.
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Apple Highlights 50+ iPhone Apps That Have Already Been Optimized for the Duo
Commentary on Apple's rollout of 50+ apps optimized for iPhone Duo, comparing it to previous major screen transitions and discussing how app optimization affects user experience.
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2027 BMW iX5 first drive: You'll love the range, but maybe not the look
BMW's 2027 iX5 delivers over 450 miles of range and automated door closing, though its design may divide opinion.
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Grado's all-new S150 wired headphones are the most affordable in the Signature Series — and I spy a few subtle design tweaks that'll make them a huge hit
Grado introduces the S150, an entry-level model in its Signature Series wired headphones with subtle design updates.
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Discord now formats Markdown previews right
Discord's latest update now renders Markdown file previews correctly with proper formatting instead of displaying raw symbols. The improvement benefits users sharing AI project instructions and documentation.
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The Browser Company is officially killing Arc on December 22
The Browser Company is shutting down its Arc browser on December 22, shifting focus to an AI-powered browser called Dia.
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Your first look at the Galaxy S27 Ultra and Pro batteries is here, sort of
Battery units allegedly destined for Samsung's Galaxy S27 Ultra and S27 Pro have appeared in South Korea's certification database, with capacities rumored at 5,700mAh and 5,200mAh respectively.
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Samsung Galaxy T1 earbuds look like they could be arriving soon
Samsung's unannounced Galaxy T1 earbuds with an ear-hook design have been certified in China and Korea, suggesting an imminent release.
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Samsung all but confirms iPhone Duo is goosing Galaxy Z8 sales
Samsung reports that its 2026 Galaxy Z Fold 8 and Z Fold 8 Ultra are significantly outselling the previous generation, with a 45 percent increase in European sales, partly attributed to renewed interest sparked by Apple's iPhone Duo announcement.
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Amazon unveils Kindle+ subscription, a rebrand with more audiobooks
Amazon has rebranded Kindle Unlimited to Kindle+ and expanded its offering to include more audiobooks.