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fromYanko Design - Modern Industrial Design News
20 hours ago

Two Makers Just Built the Pocket Linux PC Big Tech Refused To Make - Yanko Design

The CyberFold is a foldable clamshell cyberdeck that bears a striking resemblance to an oversized Nintendo Game Boy Advance SP. Inside is a surprisingly capable Linux computer, complete with a touchscreen, a full QWERTY keyboard, stereo speakers, and a proper port selection.
Gadgets
#apple
Apple
fromZDNET
13 hours ago

Apple's foldable iPhone hinges on one key feature for me - and it's not the hardware

Apple is expected to launch a foldable iPhone in 2026, requiring significant iOS updates for multitasking capabilities.
Apple
fromZDNET
6 days ago

I'm ready for a foldable iPhone, but only if Apple does this right

Apple is rumored to release a foldable iPhone in 2026, requiring significant iOS changes for multitasking capabilities.
fromTechCrunch
6 days ago
Apple

How vibe coding app Anything is rebuilding after getting booted from the App Store twice | TechCrunch

Apple
fromZDNET
13 hours ago

Apple's foldable iPhone hinges on one key feature for me - and it's not the hardware

Apple is expected to launch a foldable iPhone in 2026, requiring significant iOS updates for multitasking capabilities.
Apple
fromZDNET
6 days ago

I'm ready for a foldable iPhone, but only if Apple does this right

Apple is rumored to release a foldable iPhone in 2026, requiring significant iOS changes for multitasking capabilities.
Apple
fromTechCrunch
6 days ago

How vibe coding app Anything is rebuilding after getting booted from the App Store twice | TechCrunch

Apple is blocking updates and removing vibe coding apps from the App Store, citing developer agreement violations.
#oppo
Mobile UX
fromGSMArena.com
5 hours ago

Oppo ColorOS 16 April update brings UEFA Champions League watermarks

Oppo's April ColorOS 16 update introduces UEFA Champions League watermarks and adjustable video playback speeds.
Mobile UX
fromGSMArena.com
2 days ago

Oppo Find X9s spotted on Geekbench running Dimensity 9500s

Oppo Find X9 Ultra and Find X9s will debut globally on April 21, featuring advanced specifications and a powerful camera setup.
Mobile UX
fromGSMArena.com
5 hours ago

Oppo ColorOS 16 April update brings UEFA Champions League watermarks

Oppo's April ColorOS 16 update introduces UEFA Champions League watermarks and adjustable video playback speeds.
Mobile UX
fromGSMArena.com
2 days ago

Oppo Find X9s spotted on Geekbench running Dimensity 9500s

Oppo Find X9 Ultra and Find X9s will debut globally on April 21, featuring advanced specifications and a powerful camera setup.
Cars
frominsideevs.com
12 hours ago

This Is The Future Of Hyundai SoftwareAnd Yes, It Comes With Buttons

Hyundai's new Pleos OS aims to enhance the software experience in its vehicles, addressing previous shortcomings in in-car software.
Wearables
fromGadgets 360
17 hours ago

Huawei Watch Fit 5 Series Debuts With AMOLED Displays, HarmonyOS: See Price

Huawei launched the Watch Fit 5 and Watch Fit 5 Pro with enhanced features, pricing, and availability details.
UX design
fromMedium
3 days ago

Haptics: how to build a consistent cross-platform solution and align code with Figma

Implementing consistent haptics across iOS, Android, and mobile web enhances user experience through tactile feedback.
#smartphones
Mobile UX
fromWIRED
3 days ago

It Might Not Be the Best $499 Phone, but I'm Glad Nothing's Phone (4a) Pro Exists

The Nothing Phone (4a) Pro offers good performance and unique design, making it a strong midrange option despite some limitations.
Digital life
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 days ago

How do I end a call?': the elderly Japanese people determined to master smartphones

Older residents in Tokyo are learning to use smartphones to avoid digital isolation as 3G networks are phased out.
Apple
fromThe Verge
4 days ago

The best budget smartphone you can buy

Great smartphones under $600 offer essential features without the high price tag.
Mobile UX
fromWIRED
3 days ago

It Might Not Be the Best $499 Phone, but I'm Glad Nothing's Phone (4a) Pro Exists

The Nothing Phone (4a) Pro offers good performance and unique design, making it a strong midrange option despite some limitations.
Privacy technologies
fromEngadget
4 days ago

Apple and Google are reportedly pointing users to nudify apps

Apple and Google continue to promote nudify apps despite policies against such content, raising concerns about their enforcement and user safety.
Web development
fromEngadget
4 days ago

Opera adds Browser Connector for integrating AI chatbots

Opera introduces Browser Connector, allowing integration of ChatGPT or Claude for enhanced browsing with AI assistance.
#android
Digital life
fromZDNET
5 days ago

I found a way to roll back buggy Google Services updates on Android - in just a few clicks

Rolling back Google Services updates can quickly resolve issues on Android devices.
fromZDNET
2 months ago
Gadgets

6 underrated Android features that are seriously useful (and how they've made my life easier)

fromZDNET
2 months ago
Mobile UX

6 Android launchers that are better than your default home screen (and most are free)

Digital life
fromZDNET
5 days ago

I found a way to roll back buggy Google Services updates on Android - in just a few clicks

Rolling back Google Services updates can quickly resolve issues on Android devices.
fromZDNET
2 months ago
Gadgets

6 underrated Android features that are seriously useful (and how they've made my life easier)

fromZDNET
2 months ago
Mobile UX

6 Android launchers that are better than your default home screen (and most are free)

Graphic design
fromZDNET
5 days ago

I tried a new Linux image editor that's like GIMP and Photoshop - but I'm not sold (yet)

Fogpanther is a new Linux image editor aiming to compete with GIMP and Photoshop, priced at $69.
#samsung
Gadgets
fromFast Company
23 hours ago

Samsung shares its thesis on the future of design and AI (exclusive)

Samsung showcases Project Luna and a vision for future design at Milan Design Week, emphasizing communal AI and a new design language.
Mobile UX
fromThe Verge
6 days ago

Samsung is hiking the prices of its Galaxy phones and tablets

Samsung is increasing prices for various Galaxy phones and tablets due to a global memory shortage.
Gadgets
fromFast Company
23 hours ago

Samsung shares its thesis on the future of design and AI (exclusive)

Samsung showcases Project Luna and a vision for future design at Milan Design Week, emphasizing communal AI and a new design language.
Mobile UX
fromThe Verge
6 days ago

Samsung is hiking the prices of its Galaxy phones and tablets

Samsung is increasing prices for various Galaxy phones and tablets due to a global memory shortage.
Wearables
fromWIRED
1 day ago

Meta Glasses Are Comfortable, Functional, and Make My Spouse Recoil in Fear

Meta's AI-enabled glasses are popular and stylish, but concerns about privacy and social acceptance persist.
#oneplus
Wearables
fromGadgets 360
3 days ago

OnePlus Watch 4 Appears on Google Play Console With Snapdragon W5 Chip

OnePlus Watch 4 specifications and design details have surfaced, indicating a potential launch soon, though OnePlus has not officially confirmed it.
fromMacRumors
4 days ago

iPhone Loyalty Hits 96.4% as Android Users Four Times More Likely to Switch

According to the survey, 96.4% of iPhone users plan to stick with Apple for their next upgrade, a rise from 91.9% in 2021 and 90.5% in 2019.
Apple
Software development
fromTechzine Global
4 days ago

Scale sets edge platform's software ever more free from hardware constraints

Scale Computing is reducing hardware requirements for its software, allowing more flexibility for partners and customers in choosing hardware platforms.
#android-17
#google
Digital life
fromEngadget
6 days ago

Google's new Windows app is yet another way to access Gemini

Google has launched a new AI-focused app for Windows desktops that enhances search capabilities and integrates with local files and applications.
Mobile UX
fromFast Company
3 days ago

This new Google Pixel phone is exclusive to Japan

Google's Pixel phones have seen success in Japan, particularly with the Pixel 10A, which features a unique design and supports artists with disabilities.
Digital life
fromEngadget
6 days ago

Google's new Windows app is yet another way to access Gemini

Google has launched a new AI-focused app for Windows desktops that enhances search capabilities and integrates with local files and applications.
Mobile UX
fromFast Company
3 days ago

This new Google Pixel phone is exclusive to Japan

Google's Pixel phones have seen success in Japan, particularly with the Pixel 10A, which features a unique design and supports artists with disabilities.
fromThe Verge
5 days ago

Nothing makes it easy to share files between any Android phone and a Mac

Warp is the combination of an Android app and a browser extension, which means it'll only be helpful if you use a Chrome-based browser capable of installing the extension - but that does make it compatible with macOS, Windows, and Linux, so it's more universal than AirDrop.
Gadgets
Software development
fromInfoWorld
5 days ago

Where will developer wisdom come from?

Agentic coding allows software creation without traditional developer wisdom, relying instead on AI like Claude Code for implementation and problem-solving.
Mobile UX
fromZDNET
1 day ago

Why I'm recommending last year's phones over 2026 models - with one exception

The smartphone market is pressured by memory chip shortages, leading to price hikes and underwhelming new models compared to 2025 devices.
Wearables
fromZDNET
6 days ago

How to share audio from your Android phone to multiple earbuds (and why it's genius)

Android allows audio sharing with multiple earbuds and headphones, requiring LE Audio and Auracast support.
Gadgets
fromGSMArena.com
5 days ago

Nothing unveils Warp app for easy transfers between Android and your computer

Nothing Warp enables seamless file transfers between Android devices and computers without storing user data.
Mobile UX
fromThe Verge
3 days ago

Our new favorite budget phones

The best budget phones currently are the iPhone 17E and Google's Pixel 10A, with the Nothing Phone 4A Pro as a strong alternative.
#linux
fromZDNET
6 days ago
Software development

You can try Linux 7.0 now on these distros - here's what's new

Linux 7.0 introduces Rust as a core component, enhances its scheduler, and embraces AI, but is not considered a major release.
fromZDNET
2 months ago
Software development

I replaced Windows with Linux, and there's only one feature I miss

Modern Linux distributions are now easier to install on standard x86 hardware, but expect troubleshooting, terminal commands, and multiple distro attempts for full hardware support.
Software development
fromZDNET
6 days ago

You can try Linux 7.0 now on these distros - here's what's new

Linux 7.0 introduces Rust as a core component, enhances its scheduler, and embraces AI, but is not considered a major release.
fromZDNET
2 months ago
Software development

I replaced Windows with Linux, and there's only one feature I miss

Software development
fromZDNET
1 week ago

I tested CuerdOS and its unique app lineup is even better than its blazing speed

CuerdOS is a Debian-based Linux distribution focused on stability, efficiency, and performance.
Java
fromInfoWorld
1 month ago

9 reasons Java is still great

Java maintains prominence through balancing stability with innovation, community-driven governance via the Java Community Process, and continuous evolution incorporating functional programming, concurrency, and cloud computing advances.
Photography
fromComputerworld
1 month ago

Your new on-demand Android memo machine

Shots Studio is a free, open-source Android app that captures and organizes screenshots with optional AI processing and memo-making capabilities.
fromGSMArena.com
3 days ago

Honor 600 and 600 Pro listed ahead of launch

Both the Honor 600 and 600 Pro are built around 6.5-inch OLEDs with a resolution of 2,728 x 1,264px and a 120Hz refresh rate, featuring thinner bezels than their predecessors.
Mobile UX
Mobile UX
fromGSMArena.com
4 days ago

Oppo adds new AI features to ColorOS 16 on the Find X9 Ultra

Oppo's ColorOS 16 introduces AI features like Bill Manager, Mind Pilot, Menu Translation, and Email Brief for enhanced user experience.
#spotify
Mobile UX
fromEngadget
4 days ago

Spotify debuts a new UI just for tablets

Spotify's tablet app now features an adaptive UI with collapsible sidebar and parallel browsing for enhanced user experience.
Mobile UX
fromEngadget
4 days ago

Spotify debuts a new UI just for tablets

Spotify's tablet app now features an adaptive UI with collapsible sidebar and parallel browsing for enhanced user experience.
Mobile UX
fromGSMArena.com
4 days ago

You can now turn off YouTube Shorts on mobile

YouTube mobile users can now disable Shorts entirely by setting a 0-minutes limit in the app's time management settings.
Mobile UX
fromwww.businessinsider.com
5 days ago

The Trump phone has a new look but it's still not clear when it will be released

The release of the Trump smartphone has faced multiple delays and changes in branding, with no clear launch date currently available.
Gadgets
fromZDNET
1 month ago

How I turned my Pixel phone into a genuinely productive desktop computer - for free

Pixel 8 and newer phones now support Desktop Mode, enabling users to connect their phones to external monitors, mice, and keyboards for a full desktop computing experience.
Software development
fromZDNET
1 month ago

EndeavorOS Titan is one of the most unique Arch-based Linux distros I've tried - here's why

EndeavorOS Titan enhances usability with new features and tools for GPU management.
#one-ui-85
Mobile UX
fromGSMArena.com
3 weeks ago

Samsung expands its One UI 8.5 beta program, includes older Galaxy devices

One UI 8.5 beta program expands to Galaxy S24, Z Fold6, Z Flip6, S25 FE, S24 FE, and Tab S11 users in select markets.
Mobile UX
fromGSMArena.com
3 weeks ago

Samsung expands its One UI 8.5 beta program, includes older Galaxy devices

One UI 8.5 beta program expands to Galaxy S24, Z Fold6, Z Flip6, S25 FE, S24 FE, and Tab S11 users in select markets.
#aluminium-os
fromZDNET
2 months ago
Artificial intelligence

Google's new 'Aluminium OS' just leaked - here's what we learned

fromZDNET
2 months ago
Artificial intelligence

Google's new 'Aluminium OS' just leaked - here's what we learned

Privacy technologies
fromWIRED
2 months ago

These Are the Best Alternatives to Google's Android Operating System

Most Android alternatives strip Google services (often using microG and sandboxing) to improve privacy, while true non-Android options remain limited and less practical for daily use.
Software development
fromZDNET
1 month ago

I tested Omega Linux to see if it can revitalize an old PC, and it made Ubuntu distributions look bad

Omega Linux is a lightweight, Arch-based rolling release distribution designed for older hardware that uses minimal CPU resources and is free to install and use.
Privacy technologies
fromArs Technica
1 month ago

With developer verification, Google's Apple envy threatens to dismantle Android's open legacy

Google is implementing Android developer verification requiring app makers to register with real names and pay fees, restricting sideloading and moving Android toward Apple's closed ecosystem model.
fromZDNET
2 months ago

5 Android browsers I prefer over Chrome - and why they're worth trying

The first is that the UI is highly customizable. One of my favorite customizations is the ability to move the search bar to the bottom of the window, which makes it much easier to use Opera with one hand. The second is that Opera has a built-in AI tool called Aria, and it is pretty fantastic. Aria was the first AI tool I used, and I often use it before any other service.
Privacy technologies
fromTechRepublic
1 month ago

Motorola Plans GrapheneOS-Compatible Devices as Early as 2027

Motorola is introducing a new era of smartphone security through a long‑term partnership with the GrapheneOS Foundation, the leading nonprofit in advanced mobile security and creators of a hardened, operating system based on the Android Open Source Project. Together, Motorola and the GrapheneOS Foundation will work to strengthen smartphone security and collaborate on future devices engineered with GrapheneOS compatibility.
Privacy technologies
fromComputerworld
1 month ago

3 future Android features you can give yourself today

Thanks to the way Google's for years now been deconstructing Android and pulling OS-level pieces out of the operating system itself - so they exist as regular ol' apps and can consequently be updated quickly, frequently, and in a way that reaches everyone instantly, regardless of what phone or carrier they're using - even Android phones from eight years ago get updates numerous times a year that are all virtually equivalent to an entire iOS operating system rollout.
Gadgets
Gadgets
fromGSMArena.com
2 months ago

NexPhone is a desktop replacement smartphone that multi-boots Android, Linux and Windows 11

NexPhone is an Android 16 smartphone that also runs Debian Linux and Windows 11, designed to act as a single-device desktop replacement.
fromZDNET
2 months ago

This new Linux distro folds a gorgeous COSMIC desktop into an immutable Fedora base

Origami Linux was conceived in 2021, which makes it relatively new for an operating system. The goal behind this distribution was to create something beautiful and secure. To achieve that, the developer decided to take the COSMIC desktop and marry it with an immutable Fedora base. That's not all. Also: The best Linux laptops in 2026: Expert tested for students, hobbyists, and pros You could also opt for an Arch base that includes the CachyOS kernel, or a version created specifically for NVIDIA GPUs.
Software development
Gadgets
fromComputerworld
2 months ago

The best Android feature you (probably) aren't using

Android Reading Mode is a system-wide, installable feature that improves phone reading by offering enhanced, integrated reading tools beyond Chrome's reader.
Software development
fromZDNET
1 month ago

NebiOS turns your Linux desktop into a Google Workspace alternative - with one caveat

NebiOS is a unique Linux distribution featuring the customizable NebiDE desktop environment with Wayfire compositor, though NebiCloud integration poses security concerns due to lack of recent development.
Gadgets
fromTheregister
2 months ago

Penguin in your pocket: Nexphone dual boots into Windows

New devices enable Android hardware to run Debian Linux VMs and dual-boot Windows 11, while offering expandable, Google-free OS options on tablets.
Gadgets
fromZDNET
1 month ago

You can control your Linux PC from your Android phone - here's how

KDE Connect lets an Android phone send commands to control a Linux desktop, enabling tasks like locking, shutting down, launching apps, printing, and media playback.
Gadgets
fromThe Verge
2 months ago

This midrange Android phone also runs Windows and Linux

The NexPhone is a midrange phone that doubles as a desktop computer, running Android and Linux and dual-booting Windows 11 when connected to a monitor.
Mobile UX
fromGSMArena.com
2 months ago

The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra might get full Linux terminal support

Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra appears to include Android Virtualization Framework, enabling a full Linux Terminal and Linux apps similar to Google Pixel devices.
#android-16
Mobile UX
fromKnowYourMobile
3 months ago

I'll Probably Never Buy A New Phone Again

Buying a refurbished two-year-old flagship yields pro-grade features and years of software support at roughly the price of a new base-model phone.
Mobile UX
fromFast Company
2 months ago

Why your smartphone is about to turn you into a vibe coder

Vibe coding lets non-developers generate complex mobile widgets from plain-language prompts, democratizing widget creation and enabling personalized, shareable smartphone experiences.
Mobile UX
fromMedium
2 months ago

Bringing buttons back: rethinking how smart your smartphone should be

Physical button-based interfaces are resurging as an antidote to touchscreen doomscrolling, blending nostalgia and analog design with focused, limited-function devices.
Mobile UX
fromBusiness Matters
2 months ago

Why Users Prefer Apps Over Browsers for Daily Digital Tasks

Mobile apps have become the primary interface for daily digital tasks, prioritizing convenience, continuity, and efficiency over the openness of the traditional web.
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