Pixel 11 Price Increase: Why Google Is Raising Costs in 2026

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Google has confirmed that Pixel 11 pricing will rise due to a severe, supplier-driven RAM memory crisis hitting the entire smartphone industry. In exchange, the company says it's making a dedicated push to help Android run more efficiently on less physical memory.

Pixel Studio Audio Quality: The Hidden Toggle That Fixes Sound

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A single buried toggle in Pixel Settings can transform your phone's audio from average to studio-grade. Here's exactly where to find it and what it changes.

Pixel to Galaxy Ultra Switch: The Trade-Offs Nobody Warns You About

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After years on a Pixel, I upgraded to a Samsung Galaxy Ultra expecting a straightforward win. Instead, I found a mix of genuine upgrades and surprising compromises that changed how I think about "flagship" phones.

Galaxy Watch Ultra2 Battery Life: The Multi-Day Upgrade Arrives

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Samsung's Galaxy Watch Ultra2 brings the biggest battery of any Galaxy smartwatch, an 800mAh cell that Samsung claims delivers 60 hours of use. We break down what that means for real-world battery life, design, and whether it beats the competition.

Claude Voice Mode Capabilities: Reschedule Meetings, Draft Emails

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Anthropic has rolled out a major upgrade to Claude's voice mode, giving it the ability to manage your calendar and draft emails through natural conversation. Here's what changed and whether it can replace your current workflow.

Claude Voice Mode Now Available for Opus and Sonnet Models

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Anthropic is rolling out Claude voice mode to its powerful Opus and Sonnet models, plus new integrations with Gmail, Slack, and Canva. Here's what the upgrade means for how you work.

ChatGPT Desktop Voice Mode: Talk Through Work Tasks with AI

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OpenAI has rolled out GPT Voice mode to the ChatGPT desktop app, letting you talk through work tasks in real time instead of typing. Here's how the feature works, what it's good for, and how to turn it on.

iPhone 18 Pro Upgrade: 3 Reasons to Leave Your iPhone 17...

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The iPhone 18 Pro is just months away, and most iPhone 17 Pro owners won't feel a need to upgrade. But three specific improvements, chip performance, camera tech, and battery or display gains, could change that calculus for the right kind of user.

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8, Z Fold8 Ultra, Z Flip8 Explained

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Samsung's foldable lineup just got a lot more complicated. Here's a clear breakdown of the Galaxy Z Fold8, Z Fold8 Ultra, and Z Flip8, and which one actually fits your needs.

Galaxy Z Fold8 Review: Unboxing, Design, and First Impressions

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Samsung's Galaxy Z Fold8 has landed in our review queue, and it makes a strong case against upgrading to the pricier Ultra model. Here's what's in the box, how it feels in-hand, and whether it's worth the money.

Here’s Everything New for Messages in iOS 27

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iOS 27 gives the Messages app its biggest overhaul in years, with AI-powered replies, collaborative shared spaces, smarter search, and tighter cross-device continuity. Here's a full breakdown of what changed and how to use it.

Gemini Spark Rolls Out to Google AI Pro Users in the...

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Google AI Pro subscribers in the US can now access Gemini Spark, the mid-tier AI model that launched alongside AI Ultra in May 2026. Here's what it does and when it's coming to other countries.

Pixel Android 17 LHDCv5 Audio Quality: What It Is, How to...

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Android 17 quietly adds support for LHDCv5, a high-fidelity Bluetooth codec that closes the gap between wireless and wired audio. Here's how to tell if your Pixel phone supports it and how to get the most out of it.

Galaxy Z Fold 8 Wide vs Ultra: Why Wide Wins for...

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Samsung's Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra grabs the spec-sheet headlines, but the Wide model quietly wins where it counts: daily usability, hinge reliability, and price. Here's why the Wide deserves more attention than the flagship next to it.

Budget Phone Under $100: The Deal You Can’t Miss in 2026

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A standout budget phone has dropped to $100, and it earned an 8/10 in our review. Here's a full breakdown of the specs, the tradeoffs, and who should actually buy it.