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iPhone’s Crash Detection feature saves teen who fell asleep behind the wheel

This is probably not the first time you’ve read about an iPhone automatically calling 911 following a serious car crash, but stories like this never cease to impress. Watch the video below. As reported by WFMJ, earlier this month, 16-year-old Lindsay Leskovac fell asleep while driving back home late at night. She crashed her truck, suffered multiple fractures, including both legs and her cervical spine, and lost consciousness. Upon detecting the crash, her iPhone automatically dialed 911, and

We Know When the iPhone 17 Will Be Announced, but When Can You Get It? Our Best Estimates

After months of tracking leaks and speculation, we now have a solid date for when the iPhone 17 will be announced. Apple sent out invitations -- once again with an enigmatic design that raises even more questions -- for its fall event, which is happening Sept. 9. Although it's entirely possible that the secretive company could pull a head-fake and not announce a new flagship iPhone lineup, that's about as likely as catching Taylor Swift riding a giraffe. But we don't know everything yet. Once t

Labor Day Tech Deals: This Foldable Charger Is Smaller Than My Granola Bar, and It’s $11

If you’re still packing separate chargers for your iPhone and Apple Watch, this Labor Day deal might be your cue to simplify. The LISEN MagSafe Charger Stand is down to $11 on Amazon, half off its usual $22 price. It folds flat, fits in your palm and works with MagSafe-compatible iPhones and Apple Watches. You’ll need to apply the on-page coupon to get the full discount, but once you do, you’re looking at a charger that doesn’t hog desk space or weigh down your bag. This charger stand supports

Bose QuietComfort Ultra price finally drops again, saving you $50

Deals on the Bose QuietComfort Ultra aren’t as common as with other high-end headphones. In fact, these haven’t seen a good discount in a while, but the sales are back now! You can save $50 on the Bose QuietComfort Ultra, bringing the cost down to $379. Buy the Bose QuietComfort Ultra headphones for $379 ($50 off) This offer is available from Amazon as a “limited time deal.” The deal applies to most colors available. These include Black, Deep Plum, Lunar Blue, and White Smoke. Bose QuietComfor

Hate voicemail? Pixel's new feature replaces it with something way better

Kerry Wan/ZDNET Follow ZDNET: Add us as a preferred source on Google. ZDNET's key takeaways Google's Take a Message is available for the Pixel 4 and newer. The feature essentially replaces voicemail. You can see why someone is calling and answer a call you declined. Google has quietly dropped a pretty cool call screening feature, and most Pixel phones from the past six years are getting it. When the Pixel 10 debuted last week, among its new features was something called Take a Message. A

Hot deal: Motorola Razr Plus 2025 plummets to new record-low price, saving you $550!

Ryan Haines / Android Authority Foldable phone deals seem to be getting really good lately, and I must say this one is likely the hottest I have seen in a while. The Motorola Razr Plus 2025 usually goes for $999.99, but right now you can get it for just $449.99. This marks a new record-low price for the device, and it’s far below the hottest sales we’ve seen in the past. Buy the Motorola Razr 2025 for just $449.99 ($550 off) This offer is available from Woot, a deals-focused website owned by A

Yooka-Laylee remaster comes to consoles and PC on October 9

Yooka-Replaylee, the remaster of the platformer Yooka-Laylee , will be available on October 9. It'll be playable on PC, Xbox Series X/S, PS5 and Switch 2. It's getting both a digital and physical release, and preorders for the physical versions are up right now. Speaking of physical copies, the Switch 2 version will include the full game on the cartridge and no game-key card. Nintendo has given developers the option to release cartridges that are basically empty shells, called game-key cards, t

I deciphered Apple's iPhone 17 event invite - my 3 biggest theories for what's expected

Kerry Wan/ZDNET Follow ZDNET: Add us as a preferred source on Google. ZDNET's key takeaways Apple has confirmed its next iPhone launch event will take place on Tuesday, September 9. The invitation graphic hints at the possibility of new iPhone 17 colors and improved thermal cooling. A deeper look suggests temperature-related features to the AirPods and Apple Watches. Apple's biggest event of the year is just weeks away, with new iPhones, Apple Watches, AirPods -- and maybe a few surprises

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The 91 best Labor Day deals we’ve found so far

If you have a smaller space, a singlemay be sufficient, and you can pick one up for $74.99 ($15 off) — which is lower than its Prime Day price — at Amazon B&H Photo , and Best Buy . The router can create a network covering up to 1,500 square feet, connect to 75 devices at once, and deliver speeds of up to 900Mbps. If you move to a larger place, you can pick up an additional router (or two) to expand your network. A bundle that includes one router and two extenders is currently going for $159.99

Apple iOS 26: Everything you need to know about the new features in the upcoming iPhone update

In just over a week, the Apple iPhone 17 event will be here — it's Tuesday, September 9 — and we'll finally get to see the new iPhone 17 lineup. Assuming Apple sticks to tradition, we should be able to install iOS 26 roughly one week after the event. But you don't have to wait to test out the new features because you can download and install the newly released public beta 5 (or iOS 26 developer beta 8 for developers). I've been playing around with it for the past couple of weeks, and have found

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If these iPhone 17 Air rumors are real, my old phone is about to be retired

The iPhone Plus model (pictured) may potentially be replaced by the iPhone Air/Slim. Kerry Wan/ZDNET Follow ZDNET: Add us as a preferred source on Google. ZDNET's key takeaways iPhone 17 Air may debut as Apple's thinnest phone ever. Single rear camera shows Apple's thinness trade-offs. Expected to debut on Sept. 9, 2025, priced around $900. Apple is rumored to be spicing things for this year's iPhone event. It could introduce an ultra-thin model for the 2025 iPhone lineup called the iPhone

Brand new iPhone 17 accessories are coming from Apple, here’s what’s rumored

Apple is about to unveil its iPhone 17 lineup, and with it several brand new accessories are expected to debut. Joining the standard Apple silicone cases, here’s everything new that rumors say Apple has coming. TechWoven cases TechWoven case mockup via Majin Bu Two years ago, Apple stopped offering leather iPhone cases and instead launched a more eco-friendly option: FineWoven. It didn’t take long before FineWoven started showing durability issues that led to user complaints. Apple was quick

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Google Pixel 10 series review: Don’t call it an Android

After ten generations of Pixels, Google's phones have never been more like the iPhone, and we mean that both as a compliment and a gentle criticism. For people who miss the days of low-cost, tinkering-friendly Nexus phones, Google's vision is moving ever further away from that, but the attention to detail and overall polish of the Pixel experience continue with the Pixel 10, 10 Pro, and 10 Pro XL. These are objectively good phones with possibly the best cameras on the market, and they're also a

iOS 18.6.2 won’t let you downgrade, as Apple stops signing 18.6.1

Last week, Apple released its latest iPhone update: iOS 18.6.2. And now a little over one week later, the company has stopped signing its prior release, iOS 18.6.1, removing any options for downgrading. iOS 26 is right around the corner, and with it a major Liquid Glass redesign and tons of new features. But for now, the latest iPhone update is iOS 18.6.2. And that software release came with only one change that we’re aware of: a critical security fix related to the ImageIO system framework. I

I ran a 100x camera zoom test with the Pixel 10 Pro and Samsung S25 Ultra - and there's a clear winner

Google Pixel 10 Pro and Pro XL ZDNET's key takeaways The latest Pixel flagships are priced the same as last year, but get meaningful upgrades across the board. The Pro XL model, with its base storage of 256GB and faster wired and wireless charging, is the best Pixel phone right now. You'll just have to settle for the same design and camera hardware as last year. View now at Google View now at Amazon View now at Best Buy more buying choices Follow ZDNET: Add us as a preferred source on Google.

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iPhone 17 Air Rumors: What to Expect From Apple's Thin Phone

Key takeaways The iPhone 17 Air will reportedly replace the iPhone Plus model. It could measure 5.5mm thick and have a 6.6-inch display. iOS 26's Adaptive Power feature could help mitigate battery compromises with a skinnier iPhone. This slim iPhone 17 could cost $900, but the price may be affected by tariffs. It could come in four color options, including a buzzed-about sky blue hue. As September approaches, so too does the anticipated reveal of the next iPhone, which could include the thin

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Clues for Apple's iPhone 17 Event Point to More Than Thin Phones

The iPhone lineup will forever change on Sept. 9, as Apple's big "Awe Dropping" iPhone 17 event might reveal an ultra-thin model, nicknamed by many as "iPhone Air." Months of leaks, reports and rumors have analysts and pundits not only expecting a new, thinner iPhone in the 10 a.m. PT live-streamed presentation, but also new models of the Apple Watch Series 11 and AirPods Pro 3. Apple may have hidden clues in the art of the announcement. For this week's episode of One More Thing, embedded above

Google Phone app’s Calling Cards are now rolling out widely: Here’s what you need to know

AssembleDebug / Android Authority TL;DR • Google’s “Calling Cards” feature is now widely rolling out in v188 of the Phone app, allowing Android users to personalize incoming/outgoing call screens with full-screen photos and styling options. Calling Cards differs from Apple’s Contact Posters in that it gives you full control over how each contact appears on your device — you set one card per contact manually. Alongside Calling Cards, the updated app introduces major UI changes, including a new

Samsung’s latest dig at the iPhone lacks wit, but it has a cat at least

Robert Triggs / Android Authority TL;DR Samsung has launched a new ad film, teasing Apple for its lack of a folding iPhone. The video shows the Galaxy Z Fold 7 and suggests it is a superior phone for multitasking. Despite its cheekiness, a cute feline, the ad feels dull and not as hilarious as some of Samsung’s older jabs. If you ever comb through the internet for phone brands poking fun at each other, you’re highly likely to find Samsung attempting to ridicule Apple. Some of its videos are

‘The Wizard of Oz’ at the Sphere Has a Shocking 2-Second Cameo: David Zaslav

The Sphere’s version of The Wizard of Oz has already drawn controversy over its use of AI. Now we know another unsettling element has been introduced into the Hollywood classic: a likeness of Warner Bros. Discovery CEO and president David Zaslav. No, really: the exec, along with the Sphere’s executive chairman and CEO, James Dolan, will be superimposed on the faces of uncredited background characters in what are apparently blink-and-you’ll-miss-them appearances. The stunt is to celebrate the mo

Rocket Report: SpaceX achieved daily launch this week; ULA recovers booster

Welcome to Edition 8.08 of the Rocket Report! What a week it's been for SpaceX. The company completed its first successful Starship test flight in nearly a year, and while it wasn't perfect, it sets up SpaceX for far more ambitious tests ahead. SpaceX's workhorse rocket, the Falcon 9, launched six times since our last edition of the Rocket Report. Many of these missions were noteworthy in their own right, including the launch of the US military's X-37B spaceplane, an upgraded Dragon capsule to b

Calling Pixel 10 owners! What do you think of your brand new phone?

Rita El Khoury / Android Authority 🗣️ This is an open thread. We want to hear from you! Share your thoughts in the comments and vote in the poll below — your take might be featured in a future roundup. Early birds are now receiving their Pixel 10 devices, as retail sales and pre-order shipments begin pumping through the supply line. Getting a new phone, especially one with so much promise from a prominent manufacturer like Google, is always exciting. But while hype is one thing, actual hands-o

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Google’s working on making it easier to find calls you’ve recorded (APK teardown)

Ryan Haines / Android Authority TL;DR Google’s Phone app supports call recording in select areas. Earlier this year we saw the Phone app picking up new filters to sort through your call log. Now the app appears to be working on a filter to quickly display calls that have been recorded. Being able to easily record a voice call is exactly the sort of thing a smartphone should be useful for, but messy legal concerns keep the feature from being nearly as ubiquitous as it should be. Google’s got

I love the new Google Phone app, and a survey shows other Android users do too

Joe Maring / Android Authority While Google has had an incredibly hectic week with the recent launch of the Pixel 10 series, that’s not all the company has been up to. Google has also been busy overhauling its Google Phone app with a load of Material 3 Expressive changes. Between the new home screen layouts, incoming call UI, and contact Calling Cards, the Phone app looks and feels dramatically different from what it did a few short weeks ago. It’s a truly massive update that I couldn’t be hap

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The OnePlus 15 could put the Pixel 10 Pro to shame for base storage

Joe Maring / Android Authority TL;DR The OnePlus 15 will apparently start at 12GB/256GB storage, all the way to 16GB/1TB. This means the phone will have more base storage than the Pixel 10 Pro and iPhone 16 Pro. The phone is also tipped to arrive in Purple and Titanium colors, in addition to the previously leaked Black option. The OnePlus 13 is one of our favorite Android phones of the year so far, but we’ve already seen plenty of leaks about a successor. Now, the latest leak has revealed ap

The Morning After: The verdict on Google's Pixel 10 Pro and Pixel 10

We’ve reviewed half of the Pixel 10 series, and Google continues to improve its phones in very tangible ways. We scored the Pixel 10 Pro 94, which is a high score, but well deserved. With brighter screens, a faster Tensor G5 chip and a bigger battery, a lot of the improvements are software based. Magic Cue uses on-device AI to surface relevant information from apps, reducing app-hopping. Engadget The camera app also introduces Camera Coach for shooting directions and to highlight various camer

Engadget Podcast: iPhone 17 event preview with Bloomberg’s Mark Gurman

Now that Apple has scheduled its iPhone 17 event for September 9th, it's time to dive into everything we’re expecting. In this episode, Devindra and Engadget's Igor Bonifacic chat with Bloomberg's Mark Gurman about his latest Apple scoops. We're expecting an ultra-thin iPhone Air (which may turn out to be a dud), but when will we hear more about Apple's rumored move into robotics and that darned foldable iPhone? Subscribe! Topics iPhone 17 event preview with Mark Gurman: Apple’s rumored iPh

Changing these 10 settings on my OnePlus phone gave it a big performance boost

Kerry Wan/ZDNET Follow ZDNET: Add us as a preferred source on Google. It's been agreed upon by the ZDNET team that the OnePlus 13 is this year's sleeper hit. At a starting price of $899, the flagship phone can compete against more expensive phones like the Pixel 10 Pro XL and Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra. And we have OnePlus' clean yet highly customizable software experience to thank for that. Also: You can try Android 16's new lock screen widgets - if you have one of these phones If you switche

Google adds iPhone-like ‘Calling Cards’ to its Phone app

Google’s Phone app is adding “Calling Cards” that let you customize the appearance of contact screens for incoming calls. They’re similar to the Contact Poster feature that iPhone users have had since 2023, allowing Google Phone app users to replace the teeny contact photos that appear when someone is calling you with full-screen images and stylized names. The update is part of Android’s Material 3 Expressive design language overhaul, which Google used to test a revamped Phone app interface in

Apple iPhone 17 launch event: What to expect

is a news writer who covers the streaming wars, consumer tech, crypto, social media, and much more. Previously, she was a writer and editor at MUO. Posts from this author will be added to your daily email digest and your homepage feed. Apple is just days away from revealing its newest iPhones during its “Awe dropping” event on September 9th. It seems like this year’s launch will offer more than just a simple spec bump, as rumors point to an ultra-thin iPhone arriving alongside the rest of Appl

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