For years, phone owners in the US were limited to less than a handful of mobile service providers that dominated the industry. As of late, more independent carriers have popped up, offering budget-friendly plans with no strings attached. While the carrier giants that rule the market may argue they never felt threatened, it hasnt stopped them from taking some protective measures. In the case of T-Mobile, it appears that this is manifesting in the acquisition of what could have become another competitor ..read more

These days, it's a rare find to come across an app or service that doesn't incorporate some form of AI, be it ChatGPT or Gemini AI. Since its inception in late 2023, Google Gemini has been making its way onto various Google platforms, all in the name of enhancing user convenience. In early April, we got wind of a game-changing update for the Gmail Android app an AI-powered email summarization feature. This feature, now seemingly ready to be rolled out, is set to revolutionize the way we handle lengthy emails, offering much-needed respite from information overload ..read more

While you try to look up someone on your phone, it can be unnerving to know that strangers on the internet can also perform a quick Google Search on you and find details like your phone number, emails, and home address. They can use this info to scam, impersonate, and threaten you. Although removing personally identifiable information (PII) isnt straightforward, Google has a few measures to help delete it from the search results ..read more

There is a growing sense of awareness among tech enthusiasts that our devices shouldnt be disposable. Just this week, the European Union passed sweeping right-to-repair legislation ensuring that manufacturers offer spare parts and other repair options to European consumers. The trend is also catching on among e-reader manufacturers. The Supernote Nomad was made with repairability in mind, and earlier this month Kobo announced it was partnering with iFixit to offer repair parts for its new line of e-readers. Those repair kits arent available yet, but we do know what will be available when they ..read more

Apps like TikTok, YouTube, and Instagram have popularized short-form content. They made it available to the masses, inspiring many to create videos from their phones. You'll find video editing apps for every need, irrespective of whether you use a phone or tablet. YouTube recently joined the fray by releasing an app for creators called YouTube Create. Heres everything you need to know about YouTubes editing app ..read more

Despite all the criticism Elon Musk gets, Twitter didn't crash and burn when it was bought in 2022 and rebranded as the X platform in 2023. At the end of March 2024, X announced the official release of its large language model and AI chat, Grok-1.5. It's been in development under X's sub-corporation xAI since early in 2023 ..read more

Amazon is considered one of the top e-commerce retailers in the US. The company also owns subsidiaries in cloud computing, digital streaming, and online advertising, which is why it is among the big five. Anyone who has been shopping on Amazon can view their order history and realize how integral the website has become for online shoppers. But even if you're not buying products on Amazon, you may already be collecting Kindle books on your favorite e-reader. Regardless of why you chose Amazon as a platform, you should ensure it stays relevant to the available content in your location. So, if yo ..read more

With the Security Lock enabled, you must input a PIN or pattern whenever you access your Samsung Galaxy Watch. And maybe you've asked yourself who wears your watch besides you, so why does having a screen lock matter? But even if you're always wearing your Galaxy Watch, that doesn't mean it is still not worth additional security measures. Lock screens ensure your gadget stays secure and protected. There will be situations where entering a PIN/pattern provides more inconvenience than it is worth. For example, every time you use Samsung Pay, you must enter a PIN to complete your checkout, which ..read more

The Amazon Fire HD 8 Plus is odd, considering the other tablet sizes Amazon offers in similar price ranges. Its not big and sharp enough to truly enjoy as an adult or cheap enough for kids who lose or break things regularly, and the performance isnt as smooth as it could be for everyone in general ..read more

While scrolling through your YouTube feed, you may have encountered a dedicated section of YouTube Shorts through the app or in your web browser. As a viewer, you may heavily prefer YouTube for its long-form content (unlike other short-form content platforms, like TikTok, for example ..read more