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fromwww.businessinsider.com

fromPsychology Today

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A Slight Reduction in Phone Use Can Have Surprising Effects

Constant smartphone use negatively impacts attention and mental health, but short breaks can lead to significant improvements in just two weeks.

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.

5 hours ago

Apple

The biggest question for Apple's new CEO: Does he need an iPhone for the AI era?

fromComputerworld

Apple

Is this where Apple Silicon will be in 5 years?

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.

12 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.

fromwww.businessinsider.com

5 hours ago

The biggest question for Apple's new CEO: Does he need an iPhone for the AI era?

John Ternus, Apple's new CEO, may lead the company successfully like Tim Cook, despite not being a product innovator like Steve Jobs.

fromComputerworld

Is this where Apple Silicon will be in 5 years?

Apple is advancing chip technology with 2nm, 1.4nm, and sub-1nm processors, enhancing performance and energy efficiency across its hardware by 2030.

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.

Product design in 2026: the beginning of a fantastic voyage?

Designers now have the opportunity to redefine their influence and role within companies, moving beyond traditional constraints.

#samsung

Mobile UX

Samsung brings the Galaxy S26 AI features to the Galaxy S24 and Galaxy Z Fold7

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

Updated Galaxy Enhance-X app can edit videos and documents

Mobile UX

Weekly deals: Galaxy A37 and A57 launch, but Galaxy S25 FE and Pixel 10a present a challenge

Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold 2 might be thinner than the first TriFold

The Galaxy Z TriFold 2 may be thinner than its predecessor due to a new hinge mechanism being developed by Samsung.

Gadgets

Samsung launches Galaxy Tab A11+ Kids Edition

Mobile UX

Samsung brings the Galaxy S26 AI features to the Galaxy S24 and Galaxy Z Fold7

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

Updated Galaxy Enhance-X app can edit videos and documents

Mobile UX

Weekly deals: Galaxy A37 and A57 launch, but Galaxy S25 FE and Pixel 10a present a challenge

Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold 2 might be thinner than the first TriFold

The Galaxy Z TriFold 2 may be thinner than its predecessor due to a new hinge mechanism being developed by Samsung.

Gadgets

Samsung launches Galaxy Tab A11+ Kids Edition

more#samsung

fromwww.npr.org

Got wearable data? Your doctor can help you connect the dots

"I felt like there were these patterns that were really related to my symptoms, but I didn't know how to connect them."

US news

Graphic design

The art of subtraction in a world of infinite features

Subtraction in visual arts enhances clarity and focus by intentionally removing elements that distract from the main subject.

Silicon Valley

fromwww.nytimes.com

4 hours ago

Video: The Resistance to New Technologies

Public skepticism towards A.I. technologies stems from a lack of control and fear of job loss.

Wearables

fromApp Developer Magazine

There's a right way to wear your Apple Watch - and it affects your data

Wearing a smartwatch tightly improves the accuracy of health data capture, particularly for heart rate monitoring.

Business intelligence

20 hours ago

The App Economy Is Thriving

The app economy significantly contributes to the U.S. economy, generating over $1 trillion annually and supporting 2.6 million jobs.

Cars

frominsideevs.com

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.

fromgizmodo.com

I've Tested a Lot of Bad Smart Glasses and These Are the Worst Yet

Dymesty AI Glasses are poorly designed and functionally useless, failing to deliver on their promised features.

Software development

13 hours ago

New Android development tool designed for robots, not humans

Google's new Android CLI for AI agents reduces token usage by 70% and task completion time by three times.

Wellness

fromEntrepreneur

14 hours ago

3 Biohacks High-Performing Entrepreneurs Are Using to Outlast Burnout

Founder performance relies on engineered energy rather than just personality or ambition.

Psychology

8 hours ago

Silicon Valley has forgotten what normal people want

LLMs are not a groundbreaking discovery; many concepts they embody have been known for a long time.

Privacy technologies

fromInsideHook

17 hours ago

Does the Future of Dating Apps Involve Retinal Scans?

AI is complicating online dating by enabling fake profiles and interactions.

#ai

London startup

Growing AI power drain pushes probe of low-energy computing

What we behold, the trust-latency gap, designing haptics

AI is rapidly transforming technology and design, creating both opportunities and challenges for designers.

Test smart: how to approach AI and stay sane?

AI tools can enhance productivity but may compromise quality if not used critically.

Artificial intelligence

The idea that the internet is built for people is crumbling. That has huge implications for your business

The internet is evolving to accommodate software agents that act on behalf of users, changing how websites are designed and interacted with.

London startup

Growing AI power drain pushes probe of low-energy computing

Low-energy chip designs are being explored to manage AI's increasing electricity demands on the UK's power grid.

What we behold, the trust-latency gap, designing haptics

AI is rapidly transforming technology and design, creating both opportunities and challenges for designers.

Test smart: how to approach AI and stay sane?

AI tools can enhance productivity but may compromise quality if not used critically.

The idea that the internet is built for people is crumbling. That has huge implications for your business

The internet is evolving to accommodate software agents that act on behalf of users, changing how websites are designed and interacted with.

more#ai

#electric-vehicles

frominsideevs.com

The End of Range Anxiety? This New Modular Engine Swaps Into EVs To Boost Range Significantly

Renault and Geely's Horse Powertrain has developed the X-Range C15 Direct Drive, an all-in-one solution to convert EVs into hybrids or EREVs.

fromInsideHook

One EV Manufacturer Rethought Battery Charging Issues

NIO's battery swapping technology offers a faster alternative to traditional EV charging, completing swaps in just over three minutes.

frominsideevs.com

The End of Range Anxiety? This New Modular Engine Swaps Into EVs To Boost Range Significantly

Renault and Geely's Horse Powertrain has developed the X-Range C15 Direct Drive, an all-in-one solution to convert EVs into hybrids or EREVs.

fromInsideHook

One EV Manufacturer Rethought Battery Charging Issues

NIO's battery swapping technology offers a faster alternative to traditional EV charging, completing swaps in just over three minutes.

more#electric-vehicles

Bicycling

fromHeybike

How To Test An EBike Controller At Home

Electric bikes use a controller to manage power flow, ensuring efficient operation and communication between components.

'Invisible mouse' made a mess of PC rebuild

After endlessly pulling the plug out, and plugging it in again, many reboots and lots of swearing, we finally discovered the problem. The new one was hidden under the PC's side casing.

Games

The real enemy of high performance isn't laziness, it's low-grade busyness - Silicon Canals

Busy work does not equate to productivity; actual output declines significantly after working over fifty hours a week.

fromSilicon Canals

Productivity

I let AI plan my workdays down to the minute for a week - the shock wasn't my output, it was realizing how much of my old schedule had been performance - Silicon Canals

Using ChatGPT to manage a calendar revealed that much of the scheduled time was performance rather than productive work.

Productivity

fromSilicon Canals

The real enemy of high performance isn't laziness, it's low-grade busyness - Silicon Canals

Busy work does not equate to productivity; actual output declines significantly after working over fifty hours a week.

Productivity

fromSilicon Canals

I let AI plan my workdays down to the minute for a week - the shock wasn't my output, it was realizing how much of my old schedule had been performance - Silicon Canals

Using ChatGPT to manage a calendar revealed that much of the scheduled time was performance rather than productive work.

more#productivity

DevOps

fromComputerWeekly.com

fromwww.businessinsider.com

AI, energy, and the new rules of cloud sustainability competition | Computer Weekly

Cloud providers offer sustainability metrics, but lack standardization makes it difficult for enterprises to compare workloads effectively.

Tech industry

The memory shortage is driving up the cost of laptops

Memory chip shortages are driving up prices and affecting supply chains across the consumer electronics market.

This Nothing-Inspired XR Headset Displays Your Status So People Know When Not to Interrupt - Yanko Design

Spatial computing is evolving to enhance user immersion while considering real-world interactions, exemplified by the Nothing XR(01) headset's social transparency feature.

2 hours ago

Xiaomi 18 Pro Max tipped to use Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 6 Pro SoC

Xiaomi 18 Pro Max will feature a 6.9-inch display, Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 6 Pro chipset, dual 200MP cameras, and an upgraded haptic motor.

fromwww.theguardian.com

3 hours ago

Fifteen years after Steve Jobs, Tim Cook leaves a dramatically different Apple

Tim Cook is stepping down as Apple's CEO after 15 years, leaving a legacy of innovation and financial success.

10 hours ago

The carbon cost of our clicks

The digital ecosystem significantly contributes to carbon emissions, with each user generating 229 kilograms of CO2 annually.

Wearables

fromMail Online

6 years ago

Amazon is selling a bracelet that give you an electric ZAP

The Pavlok wrist strap uses electric shocks to help users break bad habits like smoking and overeating.

fromInfoWorld

Making agents dull

Enterprise AI will thrive when it becomes governable, portable, observable, and reliable, akin to the stability achieved with Kubernetes.

DJI's latest power station is proof that good things come in mini packages

The DJI Power 1000 Mini is the smallest 1kWh power station available, offering versatile features for off-grid living.

fromInfoQ

Designing Memory for AI Agents: Inside Linkedin's Cognitive Memory Agent

LinkedIn's Cognitive Memory Agent enables context-aware AI systems that retain knowledge across interactions, enhancing personalization and continuity.

Wearables

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.

This car company just patented a toilet under your seat

A Chinese automaker has patented a compact in-car toilet designed for long journeys and camping, featuring a slide-out mechanism and advanced waste management system.

fromBustle

You Can Pry This Cheugy Millennial Habit From My Cold, Dead Hands

Millennials prefer making big purchases on larger screens due to trust issues with mobile devices.

Cheap stuff that doesn't suck, take 3

Inexpensive gadgets under $50 can enhance daily life without breaking the bank.

#smartphones

Mobile UX

Weekly deals: the Galaxy S26 series is 100 off, OnePlus 15R and Xiaomi 15T are on sale

Apple

The best budget smartphone you can buy

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.

Mobile UX

Weekly deals: the Galaxy S26 series is 100 off, OnePlus 15R and Xiaomi 15T are on sale

The best budget smartphone you can buy

Great smartphones under $600 offer essential features without the high price tag.

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.

more#smartphones

Tech CEOs Think AI Will Let Them Be Everywhere at Once

Billionaire CEOs are advancing personal AI projects despite corporate resistance to AI adoption and consumer skepticism about its benefits.

AI, UX, and the factory model

The digital design landscape is shifting towards a factory model, redefining roles and metrics of success in software development.

fromAP News

A small but growing movement wants you to put down your phone

A movement is emerging encouraging people to disconnect from their phones and engage in offline gatherings.

fromOpen Culture

The $666 Board That Built Apple: How the Apple I Changed Computing 50 Years Ago

The Apple I, a significant early computer, remains largely unknown and expensive, contrasting with today's ready-to-use devices.

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.

The Apple Watch Series 11 Has an All-Day Battery and an All-Time-Low Price

The Apple Watch Series 11 is a highly recommended upgrade for iPhone users, especially at its current sale price of $299.

They Built the 'Cursor for Hardware.' Now, Anthropic Wants In

Creativity in hardware development is being unlocked by new tools and APIs, enabling more makers and developers to innovate.

The Smart Home Gadgets to Amp Up Your Curb Appeal

Smart home products like birdhouses and outdoor lights enhance both functionality and aesthetics in residential spaces.

Weekly poll results: the vivo X300 Ultra is a great phone for those who can afford it

vivo has begun the global rollout of the X300 Ultra and X300 FE, with varying release dates across markets.

fromEngadget

The next Mac Studio and MacBook Pro releases could be postponed by several months

At least two of the company's upcoming machines could debut a little later than the company initially planned, referencing the refreshes to Apple's desktop and its laptop that's expected to get a touchscreen.

Apple

Dyson's handheld fan is more powerful and louder than I expected

The HushJet Mini Cool is a powerful, portable fan but not as quiet as its name suggests.

Prolonged AI use can be hazardous to your health and work: 4 ways to stay safe

AI excels at small tasks but struggles with long-form analysis and prolonged interactions can lead to misinformation and serious consequences.

Motorola will allow even more users to try out the new Android 17 beta this year

Motorola has updated its list of devices eligible for the Android 17 beta program, which now includes the Motorola Razr+ (2025) and several Edge models across different regions.

Mobile UX

fromLifehacker

This Compact HP Mini Desktop Is on Sale for Just $320 Right Now

The 2020 HP EliteDesk 800 G6 is a compact, budget-friendly business machine suitable for basic tasks.

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.

Intel launches Core Series 3 processors for more affordable laptops

Intel unveils Core Series 3 processors for budget laptops, offering significant performance improvements and advanced features for consumers and small businesses.

fromEngadget

Intel launches new Core Series 3 chips for mainstream laptops

Intel's new Core Series 3 chips offer significant performance improvements and exceptional battery life for mainstream laptops.

Intel launches Core Series 3 processors for more affordable laptops

Intel unveils Core Series 3 processors for budget laptops, offering significant performance improvements and advanced features for consumers and small businesses.

fromEngadget

Intel launches new Core Series 3 chips for mainstream laptops

Intel's new Core Series 3 chips offer significant performance improvements and exceptional battery life for mainstream laptops.

iPhone charging slowly? 6 quick fixes to try before blaming your battery

Using a fast charger significantly improves iPhone charging speed, especially for models iPhone 8 and later.

iPhone Fold to make Apple a top-three foldable player in 2026

Apple's iPhone Fold is set to capture 19.3% of the foldable smartphone market by 2026, positioning it as a leading competitor.

Why this MagSafe battery pack is our readers' favorite model right now - especially at its price

The Torras MiniMag Power Bank is a sleek, ultra-thin MagSafe battery pack with 5,000mAh capacity, ideal for on-the-go charging.

India's smartphone market just had its worst quarter in six years

The Indian smartphone market experienced its weakest quarter in six years, with a 3% decline in shipments compared to last year.

Bigme HiBreak Dual Has E Ink Up Front and a Round LCD in Back - Yanko Design

E Ink displays in smartphones reduce eye strain and enhance usability, exemplified by Bigme's HiBreak Dual with dual screens and stylus support.

The nine best ways to protect, customize, and accessorize your MacBook Neo

The MacBook Neo, priced at $599, offers high build quality and performance, making it a top contender in the laptop market for 2026.

1 week ago

I finally get the iPhone Air

The iPhone Air may be surprisingly good despite its limitations, especially for users with a forgiving lifestyle.

OnePlus Nord CE6 or CE6 Lite runs Geekbench, reveals its chipset

OnePlus is set to launch the Nord CE6 and Nord CE6 Lite, with the latter spotted on Geekbench.

Meet the CMF Flip: The Budget Foldable Phone We're Desperately Waiting For - Yanko Design

Foldable phones face a pricing gap, with a need for affordable options like the conceptual CMF Flip priced between $450-$499.

1 week ago

Apple and Samsung lead race to the bottom on repairability

Samsung and Apple phones are ranked lowest in repairability, indicating significant room for improvement in their designs.

World's Tiniest E-Reader Is The Size Of An AirPods Case - And It Makes You Read More - Yanko Design

The Pala One is a compact e-reader designed for maximum portability, enhancing the reading experience by making books always accessible.

Honor reportedly testing an 11,000mAh battery for future phone

Honor is developing a new battery with a capacity of 10,690mAh for an upcoming smartphone.

IDC: Global smartphone shipments decline by 4% as Samsung leads all makers in Q1

A total of 289.7 million devices were shipped in the first three months of 2026, representing a 4.1% decline compared to the same period last year.

Mobile UX

Redmi R70 and R70m debut with Unisoc chipset, big batteries

Redmi launched the R70 and R70m in China, differing mainly in battery capacity.

1 week ago

This $215 Phone Has a 7,000mAh Battery and Lasts 20 Hours on Video - Yanko Design

Realme claims the C100 5G can handle nearly 20 hours of continuous video playback and over 18 hours of GPS navigation before needing a recharge.

Gadgets

2 weeks ago

Pack lightly with these 3 inexpensive, multipurpose gadgets from Anker

Anker offers reliable, budget-friendly tech gadgets that serve multiple purposes, ideal for frugal travelers.

1 month ago

7 Best Pocket-Sized Tech Gadgets Built for the Modern Minimalist - Yanko Design

Minimalist portable gadgets prioritize specific functionality and smart engineering over bloat, with each item earning its place through genuine daily utility and thoughtful design.

1 month ago

This new foldable phone may have upstaged Apple in the 'zero-crease' wars

Oppo's Find N6 significantly reduces the visible and tactile crease in folding phones, potentially surpassing Apple's anticipated folding device with advanced engineering solutions.