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Teen’s video a ‘Breakthrough’ in science communication

Seventeen-year-old Grace Lee from Chula Vista is gaining national attention as a finalist in the global Breakthrough Junior Challenge, an annual competition that invites students to create original videos explaining complex scientific ideas in creative and engaging ways. Founded in 2015, the contest encourages young people to break down advanced scientific theories using imagination and storytelling— “Steven Spielberg meets Albert Einstein,” as organizers describe it. Lee’s submission centers on the principle of least time in physics, a concept that explains why light always travels the path that takes the least amount of time. To bring the idea to life, she used intricate origami characters and stop-motion animation, along with simple at-home experiments, she said. “The fact that light always travels via the path that takes the least amount of time sounds simple at first, but nature is full of surprises,” she said. “This principle is actually very profound and underlies many different fields in physics that seem completely unrelated, from optics to Newton’s laws to Einstein’s theory of relativity.” Also, origami has long been one of her passions and integrating it into her project felt natural. She often makes origami gifts for friends and teaches origami in her school clubs. “A single 10-second scene would take hours to craft,” she said, noting the mixture of stop-motion and post-production editing required to animate expressions and movement. To ensure the science remained accurate and accessible, she spent time reading books and online resources, writing a script, creating a storyboard, and filming and editing repeatedly until the visuals worked.The experiments were among the biggest challenges. To demonstrate water waves, she used everyday household items — “a spatula and an electric toothbrush to vibrate the waves, glass in a baking pan for different depths, and an iPhone flashlight so the waves would be visible.” She also put careful thought into explaining the principle through analogies, including a gingerbread man and a fox. “Analogies and visuals are incredibly important,” she said. “Visual demonstrations allow viewers to see how the science actually works.” Beyond the competition, Lee is deeply involved in science leadership and advocacy. She serves as International President of miRcore, the world’s largest student computational biology organization, with 136 chapters across five countries. She leads a 20-member executive board, organizes outreach connecting schools worldwide, and has helped run workshops at locations including Scripps Research Institute and the University of Michigan. “I used to be intimidated,” she said, but she gradually grew her skills and confidence. “Now I am no longer afraid to use my voice and enthusiasm to bring out the best in others.” Her research experience includes two peer-reviewed papers on asthma and vaping. Misconceptions around vaping, she said, show why clear science communication matters. “Our research shows that there is long-term harm to your lungs on the cellular level that isn’t obvious unless you come down with an illness like the flu,” she said. Lee also founded Full Hearts at Eastlake High School, transforming the small club into one of the school’s largest, with hands-on service projects in partnership with local nonprofits. She continues mentoring younger students to sustain the mission. If she wins the Breakthrough Junior Challenge, Grace hopes the $100,000 science lab prize for her school will expand opportunities for students who have limited access to equipment and hands-on science outside the classroom.

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Dec 13, 2025 • 10:00 AM EST • Science • thestarnews.com
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This app brought desktop-style versatility to my Android phone

Convenience in a tiny package

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Dec 13, 2025 • 9:30 AM EST • Technology • androidpolice.com
Can My iPhone 17 Pro Match a 6K Cinema Camera? I Teamed Up With a Pro to Find Out

I put a video shoot together to see just how close an iPhone can get to a pro cinema setup.

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Dec 13, 2025 • 8:01 AM EST • Technology • cnet.com
Android 17 could mimic this helpful iOS feature to reduce motion sickness

Android 17 may introduce a new feature called Motion Assist that could help reduce motion sickness in moving vehicles.

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Dec 13, 2025 • 8:00 AM EST • Technology • androidauthority.com
iOS 26.2—Update Now Warning Issued To All iPhone Users

Apple has released iOS 26.2, fixing 26 iPhone flaws, two of which are already being used in real-life attacks. Here's what you need to know.

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Dec 13, 2025 • 4:03 AM EST • Technology • forbes.com
iOS 26.2 adds new way for your iPhone to make notifications pop

iOS 26.2 is packed with changes, including a hidden new feature for notifications that can help ensure you don’t miss any alerts.

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Dec 12, 2025 • 4:55 PM EST • Technology • 9to5mac.com
Google Turns Ordinary Headphones into Instant Language Interpreters

Google is rolling out a beta version of the Translate app with support for more than 70 languages.

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Dec 12, 2025 • 4:40 PM EST • Technology • cnet.com
Google brings Gemini live translation to any headphones

Previously, the feature was only available with Google Pixel Buds.

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Dec 12, 2025 • 4:26 PM EST • Technology • mashable.com
With iOS 26.2, Apple lets you roll back Liquid Glass again — this time on the Lock Screen

Your iPhone clock doesn't have to be so "glassy" anymore, thanks to a new Apple software update.

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Dec 12, 2025 • 3:45 PM EST • Technology • techcrunch.com
Google and Apple roll out emergency security updates after zero-day attacks

Apple released patches for all of its flagship devices to fix security flaws under attack. Google also updated Chrome to remediate one vulnerabilty exploited in the attacks.

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Dec 12, 2025 • 3:31 PM EST • Technology • techcrunch.com
iOS 26.2 is here with Liquid Glass, AirDrop, and Apple Music updates

More ways to de-glass your iPhone

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Dec 12, 2025 • 2:18 PM EST • Technology • theverge.com
iOS 26.2 adds new Apple Music features and fixes a viral bug

Apple today released iOS 26.2 for iPhone users, and the update brings several key changes for Apple Music. There’s also...

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Dec 12, 2025 • 2:10 PM EST • Technology • 9to5mac.com
Google Translate brings real-time speech translations to any headphones

Live translation, no Pixel Buds required

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Dec 12, 2025 • 1:11 PM EST • Technology • theverge.com
Apple Releases iOS 26.2 With Alarms for Reminders, Lock Screen Changes, Enhanced Safety Alerts and More

Apple today released iOS 26.2, the second major update to the iOS 26 operating system that came out in September, iOS 26.2 comes a little over a month after iOS 26.1 launched. ‌iOS 26‌.2 is compatible with the ‌iPhone‌ 11 series and later, as well as the second-generation ‌iPhone‌ SE. The new software can be downloaded on eligible iPhones over-the-air by going to Settings > General > Software Update.

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Dec 12, 2025 • 1:10 PM EST • Technology • macrumors.com
Apple releases iOS 26.2 with Liquid Glass tweaks, CarPlay changes, more [Release notes]

Apple has officially released iOS 26.2 for iPhone. The latest version includes Liquid Glass design tweaks, new customization options for...

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Dec 12, 2025 • 1:09 PM EST • Technology • 9to5mac.com
Google Translate now lets you hear real-time translations in your headphones

The real-time headphone translations experience keeps each speaker’s tone, emphasis, and cadence intact, so it’s easier to follow the conversation and tell who’s saying what.

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Dec 12, 2025 • 12:00 PM EST • Technology • techcrunch.com
Google Translate rolling out live translation using Gemini with any headphones

Google Translate is rolling out new features that leverage Gemini, including live translation with headphones...

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Dec 12, 2025 • 12:00 PM EST • Technology • 9to5google.com
New 'DNA cassette tape' can store up to 1.5 million times more data than a smartphone — and the data can last 20,000 years if frozen

Scientists have discovered that over half a mile of DNA could hold over 360,000 terabytes of data.

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Dec 12, 2025 • 8:10 AM EST • Science • livescience.com
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The 4 most innovative tech products we tested this year (includes a surprise tri-fold phone)

From AI glasses with digital overlays to robot vacuums that can pick up your leftover laundry, here are ZDNET's Breakthrough Award winners for 2025.

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Dec 12, 2025 • 7:01 AM EST • Technology • zdnet.com
Apple iOS 26.2 Release Date—Critical Update For 1 Billion iPhones

Here's when Apple's next update should come to your iPhone.

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Dec 12, 2025 • 6:42 AM EST • Technology • forbes.com
The OnePlus 15R is about to get a version we didn’t expect

The Electric Purple 15R Ace Edition, previously China-only, could reach global buyers.

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Dec 12, 2025 • 6:13 AM EST • Technology • phonearena.com
Surprise: Samsung has a new camera sensor for its next flagships after all

Samsung is apparently working on a new smartphone camera sensor that might solve shutter lag woes on future flagships.

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Dec 12, 2025 • 1:28 AM EST • Technology • androidauthority.com
Rumor Replay: AirTag 2, iPhone 18 upgrade, Studio Display 2

This week’s Rumor Replay covers: iPhone 18’s Face ID upgrade, AirTag 2 rumors, the latest on Apple’s new Studio Display, and more.

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Dec 11, 2025 • 3:17 PM EST • Technology • 9to5mac.com
Nothing Phone (4a) series leaks with surprising processor details

Nothing’s new mid-range devices may be more prepared to clash with the likes of the iPhone 17e, Pixel 10a, and Galaxy A57.

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Dec 11, 2025 • 1:27 PM EST • Technology • phonearena.com
WhatsApp is trying to reinvent voicemail

It’s now easier to send a voice or video message when someone doesn’t answer their phone.

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Dec 11, 2025 • 12:00 PM EST • Technology • theverge.com
iOS 26.2 Coming Soon With These 8 New Features on Your iPhone

Apple seeded the second iOS 26.2 Release Candidate to developers earlier this week, meaning the update will be released to the general public very soon. Apple confirmed iOS 26.2 would be released in December, but it did not provide a specific date. We expect the update to be released by early next week. iOS 26.2 includes a handful of new features and changes on the iPhone, such as a new Liquid Glass slider for the Lock Screen's clock, offline lyrics in Apple Music, and more.

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Dec 11, 2025 • 11:49 AM EST • Technology • macrumors.com
Ayaneo Pocket Play is a reincarnation of the Xperia Play

Ayaneo’s first smartphone is set to launch soon. Ayaneo is entering the smartphone market, and its first device will take a different approach from the...

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Dec 11, 2025 • 10:42 AM EST • Technology • gsmarena.com
Nothing Phone (4a) allegedly adds new color and a big price hike, leaker claims

According to a leaker, Nothing Phone (4a) will launch with a new color variant, but also a much higher price point.

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Dec 11, 2025 • 9:55 AM EST • Technology • 9to5google.com
Google's Gemini AI comes to Chrome on iPhone and iPad

After rolling it out on desktop and Android earlier in 2025, Google is finally bringing its built-in Gemini AI experience to iPhone and iPad.

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Dec 11, 2025 • 8:00 AM EST • Technology • engadget.com
Chrome for iPhone rolling out built-in Gemini integration

After teasing in September, Google Chrome for iOS is now more widely rolling out a built-in Gemini experience.

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Dec 10, 2025 • 8:54 PM EST • Technology • 9to5google.com
AYANEO teases Pocket PLAY slide-out gaming phone with Android

AYANEO launches its first gaming phone which looks like old Xperia phones Their first phone. AYANEO has announced Pocket PLAY, a smartphone with a

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Dec 10, 2025 • 7:00 PM EST • Technology • videocardz.com
iPad 12 Rumored to Get iPhone 17's A19 Chip, Breaking Apple Tradition

The next-generation low-cost iPad will use Apple's A19 chip, according to a report from Macworld. Macworld claims to have seen an "internal Apple code document" with information about the 2026 iPad lineup. Prior documentation discovered by MacRumors suggested that the iPad 12 would be equipped with an A18 chip, not an A19 chip. The A19 chip was just released this year in the iPhone 17, and it would be unusual for Apple to use a current-generation chip in the low-cost iPad due to cost.

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Dec 10, 2025 • 3:22 PM EST • Technology • macrumors.com
Your Android phone can now stream live video to 911 to save your life

Google is launching Android Emergency Live Video, a feature that lets emergency dispatchers request live camera feeds from your phone.

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Dec 10, 2025 • 12:00 PM EST • Technology • androidauthority.com
When to expect iOS 26.2 release in your time zone

Learn the most likely iOS 26.2 release date and time, and discover new features like an AirDrop update plus bug fixes for your iPhone.

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Dec 10, 2025 • 10:16 AM EST • Technology • cultofmac.com
Here are iPhone’s most downloaded apps and games of 2025

On the heels of unveiling the App Store Awards winners last week, Apple today unveiled the most downloaded apps and...

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Dec 10, 2025 • 9:30 AM EST • Technology • 9to5mac.com
Don't Wait for the iPhone 18, It's Fine to Buy the iPhone 17

Commentary: If you want a new iPhone within the next year, go ahead and buy the iPhone 17. Current iPhone 18 rumors don't provide enough compelling reasons to wait.

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Dec 10, 2025 • 8:00 AM EST • Technology • cnet.com
The One UI 8.5 beta turned my Samsung phone into an iPhone

Samsung's One UI 8.5 beta is here, and there's a problem with it: It's made my Galaxy S25 feel just like an iPhone.

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Dec 10, 2025 • 5:30 AM EST • Technology • androidauthority.com
Feel the magnetism in this lengthy list of leaked first-party Samsung Galaxy S26 accessories!

We now know the names of half a dozen official accessories for the Galaxy S26 series, and they're all magnetic.

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Dec 10, 2025 • 4:33 AM EST • Technology • phonearena.com
I Tried the Galaxy Z TriFold at a Dubai Store and Its Design Made Me a Fan

Samsung's Galaxy Z TriFold impressed me with its smart design choices despite being a less versatile folding phone than the Huawei Mate XT.

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Dec 9, 2025 • 6:56 PM EST • Technology • cnet.com
iPhone Fold Expected to Claim 22% of Foldable Market, 34% of Revenue in First Year

Apple's upcoming foldable iPhone is expected to spur strong growth in worldwide foldable smartphone shipments in 2026, according to new estimates shared by IDC. IDC believes the iPhone Fold will capture over 22 percent unit share and 34 percent of the foldables market value in its first year due to an expected $2,400 starting price point. Right now, the foldable market is dominated by Samsung and Google.

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Dec 9, 2025 • 4:27 PM EST • Technology • macrumors.com
iPhone Fold called ‘game-changer’ for next year, big impact predicted

IDC projects huge 30% year-over-year foldable gains in 2026 driven by the “game-changer” entry of the iPhone Fold.

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Dec 9, 2025 • 3:09 PM EST • Technology • 9to5mac.com
Google rolling out Notification Organizer to Pixel

Following AI Summaries last month, Google is rolling out the Notification Organizer to Pixel phones with Android 16 QPR2.

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Dec 9, 2025 • 12:15 PM EST • Technology • 9to5google.com
Facebook redesign focuses on friends, photos, Marketplace and more

Meta's Facebook redesign elevates Marketplace, refreshes profiles, and aims to win back Gen Z users.

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Dec 9, 2025 • 12:00 PM EST • Technology • techcrunch.com
Pebble's founder introduces a $75 AI smart ring for recording brief notes with a press of a button

After rebooting the Pebble smartwatch, founder Eric Migicovsky is expanding his company's device lineup with a new smart wearable: an AI-powered smart ring known as Index 01. Named for the finger where the ring is meant to be worn, the new $75 ring is not meant to be a competitor to the always-on, always-listening AI devices, like the AI pendant Friend, but instead offers a way to record quick notes and reminders with a press of a button on the ring's side. AI only comes into play via the open source, speech-to-text, and AI models that run locally on your smartphone, via the open source Pebble mobile app. That is, if the Ring's button is not being pressed, it's not recording. (And this is a press-and-hold gesture, too, which means you can't start the ring's recording and then let go to surreptitiously record a conversation.) You can wear the stainless steel ring while in the shower, washing hands, doing dishes, or in the rain, but you would have to take it off for other water-related activities, like swimming. At launch, it's water-resistant to 1 meter. The ring is also not a fitness tracker or sleep monitor. It doesn't record details about your heart rate or health. And it's not there to be your AI friend. "I'm not trying to build some AI assistant thing," Migicovsky told TechCrunch in an interview. "I build things that solve one main problem, and they solve it really well," he explains. "I think of as external memory for my brain...that's what this is. It's always with you." Plus, the ring has been designed to be highly reliable and privacy-preserving, he says, as all your thoughts are stored on your phone, not in the cloud. There is no subscription. Migicovsky has been wearing the ring for three months now and says he cannot imagine going back to a world where he doesn't always have a memory device with him. "The problem is that, during the day, I get ideas or I remember something, and if I don't write it down that second, I forget it," he says. The ring solves this problem, he adds, without becoming another device you need to charge. "The battery lasts for years," Migicovsky claims. Technically, the ring is said to support roughly 12 to 14 hours of recording. On average, the founder says he uses it 10-20 times per day to record 3-6 second thoughts. At that rate, he'll get about two years of usage. When the ring's battery dies, you can ship it back to the company for recycling. When using Index, you can record up to five minutes of audio, which can be saved to the ring and synced to your phone later. This makes sense for recording briefer, personal thoughts and notes, even when you don't have your phone handy, but it wouldn't work for recording a longer chat, like a presentation, meeting, or in-person interview of some kind. The ring also supports 99+ languages and has a bit of on-device memory, in case you're not in Bluetooth range of your device, where the recording is ultimately saved and transcribed. (The raw audio is retained, too, in case the speech-to-text is garbled due to loud background noise). If you own a Pebble smartwatch or one from another brand, your recorded thought can even appear on the watch's screen so you can verify it's correct. The ring works with Pebble's mobile app, which offers notes and reminders, but can optionally integrate with your phone's calendaring system, too, or other apps, like Notion. And the ring's software is open source, which makes it hackable by the community, the founder points out. Because of its open nature, the ring's button is already programmable. In addition to the press-and-hold gesture, you can program the ring to do other things with a single or double press, like play or pause your music or control the shutter on your phone's camera. You could use it to send a message through the universal chat app Beeper, which Migicovsky also created, or you could add your own voice actions via MCP. A new approach to hardware Migicovsky acknowledges that hardware can be difficult to get right -- as the previous exit of Pebble to Fitbit showed. (Fitbit, too, was later acquired by Google in 2021). "I didn't earn any money during Pebble -- we exited, but it was not a great exit," Migicovsky admits. This year, however, he decided to reboot the Pebble project after Google open sourced the PebbleOS, which opened up the door to new hardware. With his new company, Core Devices, Migicovsky plans to do things differently. Still, the founder doesn't regret his previous choices, he clarifies. "I wouldn't have gone back and changed anything. I loved what we built. I loved what we did. I love the company that we built, but it's not the only way to build a company," he told TechCrunch. " And, speaking as an ex-YC partner, there are -- there's a time and a place for building a venture-backed startup. Some companies are phenomenal when they raise money and build a big team, and I tried that...I think what I'm doing now is trying an alternative path, which is start from profitability," he says. The new company is a small team of five, self-funded, and focused on sustainability. So far, Core Devices has shipped the Pebble 2 Duo smartwatch with a black-and-white display. Its first run sold out, and the company is now preparing to ship the upgraded version, the Pebble Time 2. The newer device, which has seen 25,000 pre-orders, is a stainless steel watch with a larger, color e-ink screen. As for the Index 01, the ring's pre-order offer ends in March 2026. After that, the price increases to $99. It currently comes in silver, polished gold, and matte black and works with iOS and Android devices. Customers can select from eight ring sizes and three colors.

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Dec 9, 2025 • 10:00 AM EST • Technology • techcrunch.com
The next Pebble gadget is the Index 01, a ring with a microphone

It’s an easy way to talk to your phone, and potentially a way to make it do stuff. Just don’t call it an agent.

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Dec 9, 2025 • 10:00 AM EST • Technology • theverge.com
Google will repair Pixel 9 Pro phones with display issues

Google is fixing display issues with its Pixel 9 Pro series.

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Dec 9, 2025 • 9:57 AM EST • Technology • theverge.com
Fairbuds XL Gen 2 bring improved drivers, ANC and battery while retaining modular design

Fairphone's latest over-ear headphones are built with repairability in mind. Over two years since launching its first over-ear headphones, Fairphone has a...

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Dec 9, 2025 • 9:03 AM EST • Technology • gsmarena.com
iFixit Put a Chatbot Repair Expert in an App

FixBot can check on the health of your devices and talk you through necessary repairs. You can even point your phone's camera at broken gear to get started.

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Dec 9, 2025 • 8:00 AM EST • Technology • wired.com
iFixit Launches Free iOS Repair App With AI-Powered FixBot

iFixit today announced the launch of a new iFixit app that's available to download from Apple's App Store (and the Play Store on Android devices). It includes all of the iFixit repair guides in a format that's ideal for mobile devices, along with a workbench that keeps track of repairs, a battery lifespan predictor, and an AI repair buddy called FixBot. The iFixit repair app is able to monitor an iPhone's battery in real time, providing graphs of how a battery deteriorates over time.

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Dec 9, 2025 • 8:00 AM EST • Technology • macrumors.com
Liquid Glass-like redesigns coming to your Samsung Galaxy phone next year [Gallery]

Samsung’s One UI 8.5 beta is here and, with it, a look at Samsung’s updated design language. But there are...

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Dec 9, 2025 • 8:00 AM EST • Technology • 9to5google.com
You can now download the One UI 8.5 beta on your Samsung phone, here's how

Samsung's One UI 8.5 beta is live, and you can download it on your Samsung phone right now. Here's how to get it.

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Dec 9, 2025 • 5:00 AM EST • Technology • androidauthority.com
Google and Apple team up to make switching between Android and iPhone easier

Taking your data from one ecosystem to another might soon become less painful.

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Dec 9, 2025 • 1:15 AM EST • Technology • androidauthority.com
School for Science and Math at Vanderbilt wins Dana Foundation grant for curriculum on smartphones and cognition in teens

How do smartphones affect the brains of teenagers? That question is at the core of a new grant awarded to the School for Science and Math at Vanderbilt (SSMV) by the Dana Foundation, which works to advance neuroscience in alignment with community values and societal priorities. Menton Deweese, director of the SSMV, and Pamela Popp, […]

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Dec 8, 2025 • 7:00 PM EST • Science • news.vanderbilt.edu
Google and Apple partner on better Android-iPhone switching

The latest build of Android's Canary operating system includes optional data transfer between Google and Apple smartphones.

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Dec 8, 2025 • 3:47 PM EST • Technology • engadget.com
Adobe Premiere's YouTube Shorts editor rolls out, but only on iPhone

Adobe’s new Premiere app for mobile is introducing an editor specifically designed for YouTube Shorts, but it is currently only...

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Dec 8, 2025 • 1:55 PM EST • Technology • 9to5google.com
Apple and Google team up to make iPhone and Android switching easier

Apple and Google are teaming up to make it easier to switch between Android and iPhone devices. The two companies...

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Dec 8, 2025 • 1:32 PM EST • Technology • 9to5mac.com
Google and Apple partner on better Android-iPhone switching

The latest Android Canary is available today and it features work by Apple and Google to make switching between Android and iPhone easier.

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Dec 8, 2025 • 1:28 PM EST • Technology • 9to5google.com
I tried Google’s prototype smart glasses and it almost made me forget about my phone

How often do you reach for your phone to get directions, answer a video call or Google something? Probably more times than you can count.

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Dec 8, 2025 • 1:01 PM EST • Technology • cnn.com
iOS 26.2 launch appears imminent for iPhone, per leaker

iOS 26.2’s launch on iPhone appears imminent, perhaps arriving today, as a reputable leaker has just shared build numbers for the release.

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Dec 8, 2025 • 11:13 AM EST • Technology • 9to5mac.com
Samsung's Qi2 'Magnet Wireless Battery Pack' leaks, fixes a Galaxy phone problem

It continues to be clear that Samsung is fully introducing Qi2 on the Galaxy S26 series, with a new “Magnet...

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Dec 8, 2025 • 10:45 AM EST • Technology • 9to5google.com
Latest Pixel 10 updates have improved performance, at least on benchmarks

Google’s Pixel 10 phones, based on the company’s Tensor chips, simply do not have the same raw performance as some...

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Dec 8, 2025 • 10:05 AM EST • Technology • 9to5google.com
iPhone 18 leak says Face ID moving under-display next year

A new leak on Weibo corroborates what we’ve heard before: under-display Face ID is planned for the iPhone 18 line.

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Dec 8, 2025 • 9:24 AM EST • Technology • 9to5mac.com
iPhone 18 Pro Leak Adds New Evidence for Under-Display Face ID

Apple is actively testing under-screen Face ID for next year's iPhone 18 Pro models using a special "spliced micro-transparent glass" window built into the display, claims a Chinese leaker. According to "Smart Pikachu," a Weibo account that has previously shared accurate supply-chain details on Chinese Android hardware, Apple is testing the special glass as a way to let the TrueDepth system's infrared sensors pass through the panel without distortion.

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Dec 8, 2025 • 7:54 AM EST • Technology • macrumors.com
Forget Android vs iOS – this new privacy-focused Linux phone promises to be the alternative we need, but it still runs Android apps

Sailfish won't fish for your data

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Dec 8, 2025 • 6:12 AM EST • Technology • techradar.com
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Breaking: Samsung kicks off One UI 8.5 beta program for Galaxy S25 series

Samsung has reportedly started the One UI 8.5 beta program, with the update now rolling out to the Galaxy S25 series.

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Dec 8, 2025 • 5:33 AM EST • Technology • androidauthority.com
One UI 8.5 beta program: List of supported Galaxy devices

Will your Samsung Galaxy smartphone get the One UI 8.5 beta? Our list of supported devices has the answer.

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Dec 8, 2025 • 5:02 AM EST • Technology • sammobile.com
21 Design Flaws That Make Me Want To Throw My Phone Across The Room Because Apparently No One Tests These Things Before Releasing Them

The rage I felt after I read these is just indescribable.

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Dec 8, 2025 • 1:06 AM EST • Technology • buzzfeed.com
New study suggests link between childhood cell phone use and health risks

Family and emergency medical physician Dr. Janette Nesheiwat discusses a new study analyzing potential health risks of childhood cell phone use on ‘Fox & Friends Weekend.’

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Dec 7, 2025 • 3:49 PM EST • Health • foxnews.com
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Samsung December 2025 One UI Updates List

We are in December 2025, and Samsung is getting ready for its next major software update, One UI 8.5. Meanwhile, the company continues releasing monthly updates and has now started rolling out the December 2025 security patch for Galaxy devices. Just like last month, Samsung began the latest patch rollout with its mid-range phones instead […]

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Dec 7, 2025 • 12:41 PM EST • Technology • sammyfans.com
The Android password manager nobody talks about actually beats the giants

This invisible Android password manager crushes the competition

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Dec 7, 2025 • 7:00 AM EST • Technology • androidpolice.com
“Understanding the Science,” by Camille Bordas

Katherine’s phone rang, and, because it was Adrian calling, everyone went quiet, trying to hear the famous actor’s voice.

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Dec 7, 2025 • 6:00 AM EST • Science • newyorker.com
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I tried Apple's app of the year. It's more than a tool for people with ADHD.

Tiimo is an AI-powered visual planner that's marketed towards those with neurodivergent brains. It's Apple's pick for the best iPhone app of 2025.

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Dec 7, 2025 • 5:11 AM EST • Business • businessinsider.com
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Justin Bieber is just like us: He's really mad about this annoying iPhone design feature

Justin Bieber's remark that he'll "find everyone at apple and put them in a rear naked choke hold" came as the company weathers a series of setbacks.

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Dec 6, 2025 • 2:56 PM EST • Technology • businessinsider.com
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A newly discovered iPhone prototype offers a rare glimpse of the unreleased iOS 19, which was a precursor to iOS 26 sans Liquid Glass, and it may provide a hint of what's coming in iOS 27.

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Dec 6, 2025 • 11:54 AM EST • Technology • appleinsider.com
iOS 26.2 Will Add Two New Features To CarPlay In December

When Apple launches iOS 26.2 in December, CarPlay will get two useful new features that iPhone owners are going to want to check out.

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Dec 6, 2025 • 8:47 AM EST • Technology • bgr.com
iOS 26.2 Release Date: Apple May Surprise Users With Next iPhone Update

Until now, iPhone users have been able to choose between staying on iOS 18 and jumping to iOS 26. That option is about to vanish.

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Dec 6, 2025 • 4:39 AM EST • Technology • forbes.com
I Spent *Hours* Scrolling TikTok To Find These 29 Elite Gifts So You Don’t Have To

Get the trendiest gifts without ever having to pick up your phone.

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Dec 5, 2025 • 7:01 PM EST • Technology • buzzfeed.com
Trump Mobile’s refurbished iPhones are an unsurprisingly bad deal

Would you like a three-year-old used iPhone for almost $500?

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Dec 5, 2025 • 2:34 PM EST • Technology • theverge.com
15 New Things Your iPhone Can Do in iOS 26.2

Apple is about to release iOS 26.2, the second major point update for iPhones since iOS 26 was rolled out in September, and there are at least 15 notable changes and improvements worth checking out. We've rounded them up below. Apple is expected to roll out iOS 26.2 to compatible devices sometime between December 8 and December 16. When the update drops, you can check Apple's servers for the download by going to Settings ➝ General ➝ Software Update on your iPhone.

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Dec 5, 2025 • 12:40 PM EST • Technology • macrumors.com
It's official: The OnePlus 15R will pack a crazy big battery (just not as crazy as you expected)

The brand's next affordable flagship will put a lot of its rivals to shame with a 7,400mAh cell.

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Dec 5, 2025 • 10:24 AM EST • Technology • phonearena.com
Most iPhone 17 Screen Protectors Could Break A New Display Feature

Apple has introduced numerous features to its iPhones with the iPhone 17 lineup. However, using a generic screen guard could break the anti-reflection feature.

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Dec 5, 2025 • 9:53 AM EST • Technology • bgr.com
Last chance to get Cyber Week deals from Samsung US

Here are special discounts and trade-in offers for Galaxy phones, the new Galaxy XR headset, plus watches, laptops and more.

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Dec 5, 2025 • 9:38 AM EST • Technology • gsmarena.com
Your Pixel phone can now be used as a webcam for the Nintendo Switch 2

Google Pixel phones can now be used as webcams for the Nintendo Switch 2. Initially, they were incompatible, but this issue was quietly fixed!

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Dec 5, 2025 • 8:00 AM EST • Technology • androidauthority.com
The Galaxy A56 became one of the world's best-selling phones in Q3

The Galaxy A56 became one of the world’s best-selling smartphones in Q3 2025, with Samsung securing five top-10 spots alongside Apple.

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Dec 5, 2025 • 5:44 AM EST • Technology • sammobile.com
OnePlus 15R pops up on Geekbench – and now the full spec picture is basically complete

A new Geekbench listing shows its scores, RAM, and software right before launch day.

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Dec 5, 2025 • 5:32 AM EST • Technology • phonearena.com
New Samsung One UI 8.5 leak hints at a bigger redesign than we first thought

In addition to broader UI redesign, Samsung's upcoming One UI 8.5 update could also bring a redesign for several system apps.

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Dec 5, 2025 • 4:46 AM EST • Technology • androidauthority.com
'I just gambled our entire savings away': Young adults in Mass. are hooked on online sports betting

Addiction specialists, treatment programs and 12-step recovery groups tell WBUR they’re seeing a rise in young adults — ranging from their late 20s to early 30s — seeking help for serious gambling problems tied to sports betting apps.

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Dec 5, 2025 • 1:08 AM EST • Sports • wbur.org
Woman slammed for ‘sad’ act in swimming pool leaving people disturbed

A swimmer taking a dip at the Bondi Icebergs pool in Sydney, Australia, has sparked a fiery debate after being filmed using her phone while submerged.

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Dec 4, 2025 • 12:31 PM EST • Technology • ladbible.com
Report says iPhone Air is losing its resale value at a record pace

The 1TB iPhone Air currently holds the worst resale value of any iPhone since 2022. The iPhone Air is shaping up to be a sales flop, and that’s also...

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Dec 4, 2025 • 11:46 AM EST • Technology • gsmarena.com
iPhone Air's Resale Value Has Dropped Dramatically, Data Shows

The iPhone Air has recorded the steepest early resale value drop of any iPhone model in years, with new data showing that several configurations have lost almost 50% of their value within ten weeks of launch. According to a ten-week analysis published by SellCell, Apple's latest lineup is showing a pronounced split in resale performance between the iPhone 17 models and the iPhone Air. SellCell examined real-time trade-in pricing from more than 40 U.S.

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Dec 4, 2025 • 8:27 AM EST • Technology • macrumors.com
Apple removed a Night mode photo feature from the iPhone 17 Pro

The latest flagship iPhone has been left in the dark.

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Dec 4, 2025 • 6:29 AM EST • Technology • theverge.com
You can finally use lock screen widgets on your Pixel phone, here's how

The latest Android 16 QPR2 update added lock screen widgets to Pixel phones — and they're great! Here's how to use them.

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Dec 4, 2025 • 5:30 AM EST • Technology • androidauthority.com
Venezuela’s Maduro confirms ‘cordial’ call with Trump amid tensions with US

Venezuelan leader expresses hope phone call marks beginning of 'respectful dialogue' between Washington and Caracas.

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Dec 3, 2025 • 10:08 PM EST • Politics • aljazeera.com
Samsung Might Finally Fix One Of The Most Annoying Notification Issues On Galaxy Phones

Ads are among the most annoying notifications we receive from our smartphone apps, and Samsung is finally doing something to curb them.

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Dec 3, 2025 • 5:56 PM EST • Technology • bgr.com
MrBeast is planning to launch a phone service called 'Beast Mobile'

Your phone plan could soon be tied to MrBeast, as the YouTuber has plans to launch a wireless service called Beast Mobile.

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Dec 3, 2025 • 4:45 PM EST • Business • businessinsider.com
iPhone 17 Pro lost key Camera app feature that iPhone 16 Pro had

iPhone 17 Pro lacks a Camera app feature that was available on iPhone 16 Pro: Night mode photos are no longer available in Portrait mode

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Dec 3, 2025 • 11:40 AM EST • Technology • 9to5mac.com
New low-cost iPhone 17 model now rumored to get two design changes

Rumors about Apple’s upcoming iPhone 17e keep coming, with the latest indicating the low-cost model will pack not one, but two design changes.

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Dec 3, 2025 • 10:44 AM EST • Technology • 9to5mac.com
I think the Galaxy Z TriFold is a wonderful laptop – you can kiss your tablet goodbye, too

Media junkies, professionals, creators: the Galaxy Z TriFold is for every power user under the sun.

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Dec 3, 2025 • 10:18 AM EST • Technology • phonearena.com
Smartphones before age 12 tied to poorer health, study says

Parents join 'Fox & Friends' to discuss the impact of smartphones on younger generations and a new study linking early age smartphone use to poorer physical and mental health.

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Dec 3, 2025 • 9:49 AM EST • Health • foxnews.com
Check out the first droolworthy pictures of the upcoming Motorola Edge 70 Ultra flagship!

Now this looks like a very different kind of Android high-ender than what we're normally used to.

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Dec 3, 2025 • 9:41 AM EST • Technology • phonearena.com