Technology News (Page 6)
Mobile, hardware, software, security, and startups; a summary of the most important news from the tech world.
We asked which Googlebook you’d buy and many said they’d pass
A little over a month ago, we got our first look at Google’s Android-derived line of Googlebooks . Googlebooks are designed to let users seamlessly switch between their phones and laptops to create a true Android ecosystem. It’s a little too early to tell if they’ll succeed, but we wanted to know if they won you over yet. So we asked you which one of the five you would buy (or if you even want one at all) in a poll…
Rare meteorite from Mars gives us a view into its ancient crust
Crater counts tell us that most of the Martian surface is more than 3 billion years old, but pieces of Mars we have on Earth tell a different story. The three main classes of Martian meteorites—shergottites, nakhlites, and chassignites—are all 2.4 billion years old or younger. Until now, only two genuinely ancient Martian meteorites were known: Allan Hills 84001, found in Antarctica, and a jumbled rock from…
Is GitHub down for you? Here’s what’s going on
TL;DR Users are reporting that GitHub is down. GitHub has confirmed that its services are experiencing degraded performance. The issues extend to Webhooks, Actions, and Pages. If you’re trying to access GitHub today, you may run into a few problems. The online platform for storing, sharing, and collaborating on software projects is having some issues. GitHub has confirmed there is an outage. According to the status…
HomeKit Weekly: SwitchBot’s K11+ Pro packs strong suction and Apple Home support into a tiny robo vacuum
The robot vacuums designed for large open floor plans often have big batteries but take up a ton of space. The SwitchBot K11+ Pro goes the other direction: a tiny vacuum, a small dock, and Matter support so it works with Apple Home. more…
Pixel 11 hits lowest record-low price with $200 discount
Great phone cameras and clean Android software matter most when you want a handset that just feels good to use every day. The Google Pixel 11 fits that kind of buyer well, and there’s a strong deal on Amazon right now that makes it a lot more tempting. See the deal at Amazon
Save $60 on Eufy’s dual-lens SoloCam S340 security camera
The Eufy Security SoloCam S340 is built for people who want a better view of what’s happening outside their home, and it’s on sale right now on Amazon. This wire-free outdoor security camera packs more than the usual basics, with a dual-lens setup that combines a 3K wide-angle view with a telephoto lens for closer detail. See the deal at Amazon
Apple TV has three shows with finales next week, here’s what’s ending
Apple TV just premiered Nocturne , a new crime thriller that’s earning a lot of praise . But the streamer also has three series all scheduled to wrap up next week. Here’s what’s ending. more…
Apple Music 7.0 for Android rolls out with Liquid Glass redesign
Following a month of beta testing , Apple Music 7.0 is rolling out with a Liquid Glass redesign for Android, as well as the new icon for the streaming service. more…
The delightfully messy state of Apple gadgets
The iPhone has more screens ! The MacBook has a touchscreen ! The HomeView does CarPlay apps ! For the first time in a long time, Apple is in a period of unabashed gadget experimentation, and while the final results aren't always perfect, it's fun to watch the most successful product maker try some new things again. Even when, in this case, "trying" amounts to just slapping a touch panel on a lovely new MacBook Pro…
Bose Lifestyle Ultra Soundbar gets a rare $200 Amazon discount
Bose’s new flagship soundbar just dropped back under the $900 mark on Amazon, and that’s a rare sight. The Bose New Lifestyle Ultra Soundbar is down to $899, which is $200 off its $1,099 recommended retail price, for an 18% discount relative to the RRP. See the deal at Amazon
Vizio’s discounted Mini LED TV lets you skip the sign-ups and smarts
Walmart’s inexpensive Vizio produces a nice, bright image, though its black levels aren’t that deep. | Photo: John Higgins / The Verge Modern smart TVs let you skip the streaming device, which is convenient, but they also come with their own issues, including privacy concerns and frequent updates. The Vizio Mini LED Quantum TV lets you cut out the rigamarole and just get straight to the HDMI ports. And right now…
Google’s working on a Pixel upgrade for handling calls on your commute
TL;DR Transit mode offers a convenient way to configure phone settings for minimal disturbance during your commute. Take a Message, meanwhile, offers on-device voice memos and transcription for missed calls. Now Google finally appears to be getting ready to connect the two, with Take a Message-specific notifications for Transit mode. Google’s always cooking up new features for its Pixel phones , but with so much new…
Amazon cuts Apple AirTag 2 to $23 with 21% off
Misplaced keys, bags, and luggage can waste a lot of time, and that’s exactly where the Apple AirTag 2 comes in. There’s also a nice deal on Amazon right now, dropping this tracker to $23. See the deal at Amazon
Google Pixel 11 Pro Fold gets a $250 Amazon price drop
Amazon just knocked $250 off the Google Pixel 11 Pro Fold, dropping it from its $1,899 recommended retail price to $1,649. That’s a 13% discount relative to the RRP, and it’s the lowest price we’ve seen since launch, so this is a good time to grab Google’s premium foldable for less. See the deal at Amazon
New tvOS 27.2 features to try for an upgraded Apple TV experience
Apple's tvOS 27.2 update isn't a particularly transformative one, but it still introduces a handful of new features that are worth checking out.
Bose’s new Lifestyle Ultra Speaker falls to a record low
Good sound can make a living room feel a lot more inviting, especially when you want one speaker that handles music on its own but can also grow into a bigger setup later. That’s what makes this deal worth a look, because the Bose New Lifestyle Ultra Speaker is down to $279 on Amazon right now. See the deal at Amazon
Analysts find looming launch crisis is "more severe" than anticipated
A new report from the analytics firm Quilty Space confirms that, outside of China, the world faces a significant shortage of rockets over the next five years. The firm estimates that between now and 2030, there will be a shortfall of about 150 launches compared to demand from satellite operators and civil space agencies. If demand from the US military is added in—and SpaceX does not extend the Falcon 9 and Falcon…
Hands-on time with the iPhone Duo still leaves me wowed
There are devices you need in your life, others for which you can put together a convincing justification – and then there are gadgets you quite simply want . I said last month that I was wowed by the launch video for the iPhone Duo , despite it falling very clearly into the latter category for me – and playing with one hasn’t changed that in the slightest … more…
Bose QuietComfort Ultra Earbuds 2nd Gen drop $70 on Amazon
Bose’s QuietComfort Ultra Earbuds (2nd Gen) are built for people who care most about blocking out noise and getting a secure, comfortable fit, and there’s a solid deal on them right now. This premium true-wireless pair puts the focus on active noise cancellation, everyday comfort, and useful extras that make them easy to live with. See the deal at Amazon
Google Pixel Watch 5 falls to $299.99, its lowest price since launch
The Google Pixel Watch 5 just dropped to $299.99 on Amazon, and that’s a strong deal for Google’s latest compact smartwatch. It’s $100 off the $399.99 recommended retail price, which works out to a 25% discount relative to RRP, and it’s the lowest price since launch. See the deal at Amazon
Not hearing your notifications on Android Auto? You’re not alone
Credit: C. Scott Brown / Android Authority TL;DR An Android Auto bug is silencing notifications for some users. A pop-up will appear on the screen, but no sound will play through the vehicle’s speakers. The issue seems to be happening on devices running Android 17 and Android Auto 17.9 or newer. We learned this week that Android Auto could soon remember a preferred phone number for contacts with multiple numbers…
Google’s latest Nest Learning Thermostat is $60 off just in time for sweater weather
As the weather cools, it may be worth investing in a smart thermostat to help lower your energy bills. Right now, Google’s fourth-gen Nest Learning Thermostat is on sale in all three colors for $219.99 ($60 off) at Amazon , Best Buy , and The Home Depot , matching its best price of the year and just $10 shy of its all-time low. Google Nest Learning Thermostat (fourth-gen) Where to Buy: $279.99 $219.99 at Amazon…
Your favorite YouTube channel could suddenly appear blank — here’s why
TL;DR YouTube is testing a new cleanup process that gives certain channels facing termination over spam violations a second chance. Eligible creators have 30 days to fix or remove offending videos, or delete their entire video library to avoid termination. Creators who wipe their videos can retain their subscribers, channel handle, and monetization status, potentially leaving viewers with empty channels in their…
Deals: Week 1 early Black Friday Doorbusters, AirTag 2 $17 ea, HomeView, Apple Watch Ultra 4, more
Joining pre-orders on the new new OLED iPad mini , M6 MacBook Pro , M6 iMac , and the MacBook Pro with PROLED XDR Display , the early week1 Black Friday Doorbusters start today! While the Apple TV 4K pre-order discount is still live, we are now tracking AirTag 2 back down at just $17.50 each alongside the ongoing $50 price drop on AirPods Pro 3 . Amazon has also brought back the early preorder deal on Apple’s…