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The creator of the Delta emulator made a Game Boy Camera-style app for your iPhone

is a senior reporter who’s been covering and reviewing the latest gadgets and tech since 2006, but has loved all things electronic since he was a kid. Riley Testut, the developer behind the robust Delta emulator app for iOS, announced a new iPhone app designed to replicate the Game Boy Camera accessory but with “features you’d expect from a modern camera app.”The Delta Camera app’s full feature list hasn’t been revealed yet, but it’s currently available for beta testing to those who subscribe t

Best Camera Bag and Backpack You Can Buy in 2025

Budget Like most pieces of photography equipment, the amount you can spend on a bag varies wildly. And while you can spend many hundreds of dollars on a fancy bag, it won't necessarily protect your camera better than a more budget-focused model. Even entry level models around the $100 mark should still provide ample padding to hold your camera safely. Spending more typically gets you better-quality materials that will likely last longer or more design-focused options that may keep you looking s

Pixel setup could soon include a key step to keep scammers off your phone calls (APK teardown)

C. Scott Brown / Android Authority TL;DR Google seems to be planning to integrate Scam Detection and Call Screen features into the Pixel device setup process. Currently, these protective features need to be manually enabled by users, so there’s a fair chance many people don’t know these features exist on their phones in the first place. This change could thus increase user adoption of these crucial security features. Google announced Scam Detection features for Pixel devices through the Goog

New iPhone Fold leak reveals cameras, but does it beat the Galaxy Z Fold 7?

Ryan Haines / Android Authority TL;DR The foldable iPhone could receive a slightly smaller display than previously rumored. We’re also learning about the foldable iPhone’s dual 48MP rear cameras for the first time. The new leak once again cites the use of a specialized composite metal for the hinge and titanium for the premium iPhone’s frame. Chatter around the foldable iPhone is gaining momentum, with Apple recently ordering flexible display panels for the premium foldable that is expected

My laptop webcam wasn't cutting it for video calls - then I discovered this accessory

ZDNET's key takeaways The Emeet Pixy webcam is available now on Amazon for $160. It offers splendid 4K video with auto-tracking and and excellent sound. You'll want to install the Emeet Studio app to get the most out of the camera. $159.99 at Amazon I don't often do video conferencing (whew), but when I do have to attend a meeting, the last thing I want is to have to deal with crappy video quality. I don't just mean video quality, either -- poor audio quality can be just as bad. Also: The be

Earths largest camera:3B pixel images

Earth’s Largest Camera Takes 3 Billion-Pixel Images of the Night Sky At the heart of the new Vera C. Rubin Observatory in Chile is the world’s largest digital camera. About the size of a small car, it will create an unparalleled map of the night sky. The observatory’s first public images of the sky are expected to be released on June 23. Here’s how its camera works. Sensor 3 inches RAFT Dead segment Noisy segment Damaged sensor Relative size of the moon A series of slides highlighting details

The Nintendo Switch 2 webcam compatibility mystery is solved and updates are on the way

is a senior editor and founding member of The Verge who covers gadgets, games, and toys. He spent 15 years editing the likes of CNET, Gizmodo, and Engadget. If you plug the world’s best-reviewed webcams into the Nintendo Switch 2 today, they won’t work, while many comparatively ancient webcams do. Why? That’s been a mystery for the nearly three weeks since the handheld launched. Now, two companies say they’ve figured it out and are pledging to update the firmware on their cameras. Here’s a pos

Google may give the Pixel 10 a bigger battery and faster charging

Ryan Haines / Android Authority TL;DR The Pixel 10 will reportedly have a 6.3-inch FHD+ display that’s protected by Corning Gorilla Glass Victus 2. It could feature a 4,970mAh battery with a 29W wired charging speed. The camera setup may include 48MP main, 12MP ultrawide, and 10.8MP telephoto cameras. Google Pixel 10 leaks have been ramping up as of late. Android Authority published a report just earlier today that Google is considering an upgrade to 480Hz dimming for the Pixel 10 Pro and Pr

iPhone 17 Pro: A closer look at the new ‘camera bar’ design

While a lot of the focus is on the all-new iPhone 17 Air, Apple is also planning some design changes to the iPhone 17 Pro coming later this year. New images posted to social media today provide us with what could be our best look yet at the redesigned camera bump on the iPhone 17 Pro… These iPhone 17 Pro dummy unit images were posted to social media by Majin Bu. They show the iPhone 17 Pro in black, with a particular emphasis on the new camera bar design. You can clearly see how Apple has shift

How Avast's free AI-powered Scam Guardian protects you from online con artists

Screenshot by Lance Whitney/ZDNET Online scammers will use all kinds of tricks to steal anything -- from your money to your identity. And not all security products are able to fully defend you against their tactics. Now, Avast has beefed up its free security software with a new feature that aims to thwart scams no matter what the source. Known as Scam Guardian, the protection tries to do more than just detect malicious or suspicious URLs. Trained on scam data, Scam Guardian uses AI to analyze

Unihertz Titan 2 brings modern power to classic BlackBerry-style design

Much QWERTY, very Android: Despite being discontinued five years ago, the BlackBerry design is still popular. Many people want a modern phone with a physical keyboard – there's just something appealing about a tactile interface that a touchscreen can't match. Unihertz just launched a crowdfunding campaign to revive the classic design. Unihertz released its first Titan smartphone in 2019, then followed up with the updated Titan Slim a few years later. Now, the BlackBerry-like series is getting a

The modular Fairphone 6 offers two-day battery life and a modern design

With the flagship smartphone market in a continued state of stagnation and more people making an effort to be more sustainable with their tech purchases, it feels like a good time for the Fairphone 6 to arrive. It’s been nearly two years since the Fairphone 5 first launched, and as you’d expect, its successor is another highly repairable modular smartphone designed to last you a long time. The Fairphone 6 is smaller and lighter than its predecessor, and ships with a 4415mAh battery that Fairpho

This Blink Outdoor 4 Floodlight Camera at 54% Off Costs Less Than It Did on Black Friday or Prime Day

Whether you’re planning a summer getaway or just want to feel more secure at home, upgrading your outdoor security setup is a smart move. But you don’t want to buy tons of cameras to do the work of one. Not when there’s an all-in-one solution designed to help you keep a better eye on your property. It’s built for ease, but packed with features that give you peace of mind, no matter if it’s day or night. Run to Amazon now to get the Blink Outdoor 4 Floodlight Camera for $60, down from its usual

Want a Sustainable Phone? The Modular Fairphone 6 Could Be the Answer

Sustainable tech leader Fairphone unveiled its latest modular device on Thursday at an event in Amsterdam, presenting a clear challenge to mainstream phone-makers everywhere. The Fairphone 6 is a fully repairable phone built to last, with what the company says is its lowest carbon footprint yet. Fairphone is a phone-maker like no other. Rather than being just another tech company making a generic Android phone, Fairphone is a value-driven Dutch social enterprise that sources materials ethically

Ring security cameras get AI smarts to tell you what they are seeing

While the rush to AI–ify all the things gets exceedingly silly at times, adding intelligence to Ring security cameras does at least have the potential to be a smart move. The company has announced a beta version of Video Descriptions, which attempts to describe exactly what doorbell and other security cameras are seeing when notifying you … Amazon has just made the announcement. With Video Descriptions, you will see text descriptions of the motion activity your Ring doorbells and cameras see—

Ring's new generative AI feature is here to answer your 'who's there?' or 'what was that?' questions

Ring Ring just added new Video Descriptions, a feature powered by artificial intelligence (AI) that will offer richer notifications of what your Ring cameras capture. The company hopes this generative AI-powered feature will provide you with more meaningful information to help you distinguish between urgent and everyday activities. Also: I found a worthy Ring alternative in this video security camera (and it has no subscriptions) "Today's advancements in AI represent something truly extraordi

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8 Best Cheap Phones (2025), Tested and Reviewed

Forget the spendy flagship smartphone. Every year, I test a dozen or more devices to find the best cheap phones that perform where it counts and aren’t annoyingly slow. Wireless carriers in the US go out of their way to make expensive smartphones seem affordable. AT&T will advertise a Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra for just $36 a month, but don't let that fool you. With over 36 monthly installments, you spend over a thousand bucks on a phone. Your pricey device may also keep you locked into the networ

Ring camera alerts are about to get a lot smarter

Ring cameras are getting an AI upgrade that can tell you what’s happening at your front door, as well as show you. Video Descriptions is a new feature that generates text descriptions of the motion activity on Ring doorbells and cameras. Now, instead of an alert that says “Front door: person detected,” you’ll get something like “person with broom and mop is leaving.” Or instead of “Living room: motion detected,” you might get “a dog is tearing up paper towels on the rug.” You can see how this w

Blink security cameras are up to 62 percent off ahead of Prime Day

Engadget has been testing and reviewing consumer tech since 2004. Our stories may include affiliate links; if you buy something through a link, we may earn a commission. Read more about how we evaluate products . If you're looking to buy some affordable wireless security cameras, it's the perfect time to grab several from Amazon. Blink devices are on sale right now on the website for up 62 percent off ahead of Prime Day in July. Blink Outdoor 4, the brand's latest model, will only set you back

Want a Sustainable Phone? The Modular Fairphone 6 Could Be The Answer

Sustainable tech leader Fairphone unveiled its latest modular device on Thursday at an event in Amsterdam, presenting a clear challenge to mainstream phone-makers everywhere. The Fairphone 6 is a fully repairable phone built to last, with what the company says is its lowest carbon footprint yet. Fairphone is a phone-maker like no other. Rather than being just another tech company making a generic Android phone, Fairphone is a value-driven Dutch social enterprise that sources materials ethically

This handy accessory solved my biggest problem with video calls on the MacBook

ZDNET's key takeaways The Emeet Pixy webcam is avaialble now on Amazon for $160. It offers splendid 4K video with auto-tracking and and excellent sound. You'll want to install the Emeet Studio app to get the most out of the camera. View now at Amazon I don't often do video conferencing (whew), but when I do have to attend a meeting, the last thing I want is to have to deal with crappy video quality. I don't just mean video quality, either -- poor audio quality can be just as bad. Also: The b

Want a Sustainable Android? The Modular Fairphone 6 Delivers

Sustainable tech leader Fairphone unveiled its latest modular device on Thursday at an event in Amsterdam, presenting a clear challenge to mainstream phone-makers everywhere. The Fairphone 6 is a fully repairable Android phone built to last, with what the company says is its lowest carbon footprint yet. Fairphone is a phone-maker like no other. Rather than being just another tech company making a generic Android phone, Fairphone is a value-driven Dutch social enterprise that sources materials e

iPhone 17 Pro: Four new camera features are coming this fall

Apple’s big iPhone 17 unveiling is just a few months away, with a launch event likely in early September. Here are four new camera features expected to arrive with the iPhone 17 Pro and Pro Max. #1: Upgraded 48MP telephoto Ever since the iPhone 11 Pro released in 2019, the three-camera array on the back of the iPhone has become standard for Pro models. But each of those three cameras tends to progress at different times. iPhone 14 Pro, for example, introduced a 48MP sensor for the main “wide”

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The Titan 2 is a modernized BlackBerry with 5G, Android, and a second screen

is a senior reporter who’s been covering and reviewing the latest gadgets and tech since 2006, but has loved all things electronic since he was a kid. Despite the demise of the BlackBerry, there’s still a demand for smartphones with physical keyboards, if successful products like the Clicks keyboard case are any indication. Unihertz, a Chinese company best known for its small Android handsets, has announced the Titan 2: a follow-up to its first BlackBerry Passport-inspired smartphone that adds

This iOS 26 feature could be Apple preparing for AirPods Pro 3 cameras

iOS 26 is a major software release not only for iPhone, but also adjacent platforms like CarPlay and AirPods. And there’s one AirPods feature in particular that could very well be Apple’s preparation for AirPods Pro 3 gaining cameras. AirPods gaining Camera Remote feature in iOS 26 Out of the handful of new AirPods features coming in iOS 26, there’s one that especially caught my eye. Camera Remote is a new AirPods capability that works a lot like the identically-named app on Apple Watch. Ess

Amazon Sells Blink Outdoor Cameras (61% Off) at Zero Profit, Subscriptions Are the Real Goal

Every year, Amazon releases on the eve of Prime Day some great deals on its in-house brands like Blink, Ring, Kindle, Fire TVs, and Echo speakers. Rather than waiting for Prime Day itself, you can grab these deals in advance. The good news? These deals are available to non-Prime members as well. Summer is peak season for burglars, too, because most families are away on vacation which is one reason it’s even more crucial to lock up tight. The (other) good news is that the Blink Outdoor 4 wireles

This Ruko 6K Drone Is Cheaper Than Its Black Friday Price on Amazon, No Need to Wait for Prime Day

Fourth of July is coming up. If you want a fancy new toy to show off to your friends and family when they come over for the cookout, consider this Ruko F11PRO 2 drone. Normally priced at $570, it’s actually part of a limited time deal over at Amazon. For the time being, you can can pick it up for a solid 40% discount. That brings the price down to just $340—saving you a whopping $230. You can put that extra cash towards some hot dogs or maybe some fireworks. Just consider not flying the drone wh

The camera I recommend to most new photographers is not a Nikon or Sony - and it's on sale

ZDNET's key takeaways The Canon EOS R100 mirrorless camera is a great starter for aspiring photographers. It features a 24-megapixel sensor for great image quality and color and can capture 4K (UHD) video at 24 frames per second. Unfortunately, it doesn't have a flip-out preview screen. View now at Canon View now at Best Buy View now at Amazon more buying choices For a limited time, Amazon is selling the Canon EOS R100 with RF-S18-45mm bundle for $50 off. It's a great time to be a photograph

These battery-powered 4K cameras record 24/7

is a smart home reporter who’s been testing connected gadgets since 2013. Previously a contributor to Wirecutter, Wired, Dwell, and US News. TP-Link just launched a bunch of new security cameras for its Tapo smart home brand, including a 4K-capable line for outdoors and a slew of inexpensive pan and tilt cams that can be used indoors and out. The company is also finally releasing its Tapo HomeBase H500 central hub, first shown at CES 2024, which brings facial recognition and expanded local stor

This $400 budget gaming phone runs the same chip as the Nothing Phone 3

Hadlee Simons / Android Authority TL;DR POCO has launched the POCO F7 globally today. The new phone offers a powerful Snapdragon 8s Gen 4 chipset and a 6,500mAh or 7,550mAh battery, depending on the region. Expect to pay a starting price of $399 or £389 for the POCO F7. The POCO F5 and POCO F6 were two of the best gaming phones on a budget as they offered powerful chips for the price. Now, the Xiaomi sub-brand is back with the POCO F7. The POCO F7 continues the trend of offering great perfo