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1+ hour, 55+ min ago (353+ words) iPhone 17 had launched in India for Rs 82,900 but recently it was mentioned that Apple plans to hike the prices of its base model by up to Rs 7,000. In fact, rumours hinted that the company could make the iPhone 17 price change in December 2025 but now those concerns can be more or less put to rest. The chances of Apple increasing the iPhone 17 price in India has been claimed to be fake news and the company has no plans to hike the iPhone 17 price in the country anytime soon." In fact, the company is having a hard time managing the demand for the base iPhone 17 model in the country and is struggling to supply in time. These trends probably suggested Apple could increase the price to handle the situation." The new iPhone 17 has got reasonable upgrades this year, which includes a 120Hz ProMotion…...

4+ hour, 9+ min ago (163+ words) The holiday deals on Android phones are in full swing. Samsung Galaxy deals are a dime-a-dozen this time of year, but leave it to T-Mobile to skip the discounts and give out its smartphones for completely free. Bring an existing number to Metro by T-Mobile with the $40/month Period plan and that's exactly what will happen, as the prepaid carrier will hook you up with a free Samsung Galaxy A16 5G. No trade-in required! The Galaxy A16 5G is a budget Android phone that comes with a few premium specs that you might not expect, such as an AMOLED display, a microSD slot, and a large 5,000mAh battery. Samsung Galaxy A16 5G 128GB: $229.99 FREE with eligible data plan at Metro by T-Mobile Like the rest of Samsung's A series smartphones, the Galaxy A16 is all about bringing the Samsung experience to a wider audience by offering flagship-level specs at…...

4+ hour, 22+ min ago (200+ words) Since the AirPods Pro 3 launched, there have been complaints from users who have noticed a static-like sound or a crackling issue when using the earbuds, particularly when Active Noise Cancellation is on but no media is playing. Users have also run into strange high-pitched whistling sounds that happen intermittently. We shared the issues back in late October, and despite two subsequent firmware updates, the problems haven't been solved. Apple released "AirPods Pro 3" firmware version 8B25 in November, and firmware version 8B30 on December 10. Feedback from users who have installed the firmware updates indicate that the noise issues have not been addressed. Affected users are hearing static noises with Active Noise Cancellation on, sometimes with media playing and sometimes without. There have also been reports of problems with latency and sound syncing when watching videos. Some "AirPods Pro 3" users have had their AirPods…...

5+ hour, 5+ min ago (575+ words) Apple announced its new iPhone 17 lineup in September at its Awe-Dropping Event, and it was met with much fanfare. After years of playing it safe, the company is once again experimenting with the design of its phones." The iPhone 17 Pro Max sports its most noticeable (and maybe controversial) design change in years. By contrast, its closest competitor, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra, retains its signature look. The two flagship phones feature versatile camera setups, plenty of power, and a slew of features. Each will suit a specific type of user." Also: Samsung's Galaxy Z TriFold phone is unlike anything I've ever seen - that's a good thing If you're wondering which of the two Apple or Samsung phones should be your next daily driver, let me break it down for you. Here's how the new Apple iPhone 17 Pro Max compares to the…...

5+ hour, 37+ min ago (389+ words) The OhSnap Snap Grip 5 is fantastic. In 2022, we called a simple magnetic ring from Anker the best MagSafe phone grip, but things have evolved dramatically since then! You can buy two or even three magnetic rings joined at the hip these days to wield your iPhone, recent Pixel, or really any phone if you stick a magnetic case or included mounting ring on the back. But the best I've yet tried are the double-sided $15-$25 Syncwire Magnetic Phone Ring Holder " and, more recently, the $40 OhSnap Snap Grip 5. Unlike the Anker we swore by for years, both are double-sided magnet rings. I don't have to take them off when I plop them on a MagSafe phone charger or car mount. And with them on, I can stick my phone directly to a fridge, filing cabinet, or certain pieces of gym equipment since…...

5+ hour, 51+ min ago (293+ words) As a part of the Android 16 QPR3 beta update that rolled out to Google Pixel phones yesterday, Google has also updated its emoji set to include a few refreshed designs ahead of a larger update to come. Google's emoji design for Android (on Pixel devices) has changed over time with slight variations in design for certain emoji alongside new additions. Google revealed its Unicode 17.0 additions, as detailed by Emojipedia, earlier this year, but the company has also implemented a few altered emoji designs which are now live in Android 16 QPR3 Beta 1. The updated emoji designs for faces include: The changes are, for the most part, relatively minor. The "Face Exhaling" emoji, for instance, gets more of a frontward angle while the "Loudly Crying Face" makes the mouth smaller, falling more in line with Apple's design. Similarly, "Cold Face" ditches the snow on…...

6+ hour, 41+ min ago (976+ words) Samsung's Galaxy smartphones are some of the best Android phones'available today, thanks to their responsive and feature-rich software. But most Samsung phones -- especially the flagships like the Galaxy S25 Ultra, Galaxy Z Fold 7, and Z Flip 7 -- come with over-the-top features that you might not use daily.' If your new Galaxy phone isn't lasting an entire day on a single charge, there are ways to make the most of what you have without hindering the user experience.' Also: The best Samsung phones to buy in 2025 Here are seven ways to maximize the battery life on your Galaxy phone. Fret not -- I won't be Captain Obvious over here and recommend reducing the screen resolution or using your phone at a lower refresh rate. The recommendations on this list should bring quality-of-life improvements while maximizing your handset's efficiency. Read on. Most Samsung phones feature…...

7+ hour, 4+ min ago (338+ words) Analyst Ming-Chi Kuo recently made a rare appearance on the MacroMicro podcast, where he shared some new information regarding the iPhone Fold's production timeline. Here are the details. Following his appearance on the MacroMicro podcast, Kuo published a note where he expanded on multiple subjects from the interview. That included Google's recent success with Gemini 3, debates over an AI bubble, and, of course, Apple. One of the most striking points he made was regarding what he knows about the current state of the iPhone Fold's development. Development of the foldable iPhone is behind earlier expectations, but the product is still expected to announce in 2H26. Due to early-stage yield and ramp-up challenges, smooth shipments may not occur until 2027. With limited supply and expected strong demand, the foldable iPhone could be facing shortages until at least the end of 2026. On the podcast,…...

8+ hour ago (492+ words) [A woman with short, wavy hair and a black sleeveless top holds up a smartphone with a circular display on the back showing her own image, as if taking a selfie.]Despite Apple's impressive and successful efforts to give the iPhone 17 series of smartphones a much better front-facing camera, some iPhone 17 Pro users would still prefer to use their device's rear cameras. However, this has the drawback of not allowing you to see how a photo looks. Selfix, "the ultimate selfie case for iPhone," aims to overcome this limitation. [Read More] The primary draw of the Selfix case for iPhone 17 Pro is its 1.6-inch circular AMOLED touchscreen. The resolution is fairly low, just 480 x 480 pixels, but it enables a second screen experience thanks to the USB-C port's DisplayPort Alt Mode. As The Verge notes, the case does draw a bit…...

9+ hour, 6+ min ago (198+ words) Apple's next public iOS beta is here. That would be the public beta for iOS 26.3, to be more specific. It launched this week, shortly after the launch of iOS 26.2 to the public, and with the expectation that the full release of the update will happen in early 2026. The new beta brings with it a few small (but still noteworthy) new features, and you can try them out for yourself. Here's how. Go to Apple's beta website Log in and click "Enroll your iOS device" On your iPhone, open Settings, then go to General, then Software Update Select the iOS Public Beta and install it Once you've done that, you can start looking at the new stuff Apple added to iOS 26.3. Be warned, though, that there aren't any game-changing everyday adjustments here for most Apple users. There is, however, one notable…...