SCROLL NEWS / DISCOVERY

Search headlines

Find the stories shaping the conversation.

Search mode
Refine results
Active filters Keyword All time

Results for " PHONE " 4,214 found 🔀 AI-powered Shuffle

iPhone 18e Won't Get ProMotion Display, Says Leaker

Apple's upcoming iPhone 18e will have the same display refresh rate as the existing iPhone 17e, according to a prominent Chinese leaker. Discussing Apple's product plans for 2027 in a Weibo post, Digital Chat Station claimed that the next generation of Apple's low-cost iPhone will feature the same 60Hz low-temperature polycrystalline silicon (LTPS) TFT panel as the current model.

macrumors.com logo
Jun 29 • 5:54 AM EDT • Technology • macrumors.com
5 iOS 27 Features That Aren't Available On Android (Yet)

Apple just released the iOS 27 beta for iPhones. Take a look at the features that Android doesn't offer yet but should adopt for future updates.

bgr.com logo
Jun 28 • 8:47 PM EDT • Technology • bgr.com
iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone Ultra launch date leaked

iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone Ultra will be revealed in early September.

phonearena.com logo
Jun 28 • 7:36 PM EDT • Technology • phonearena.com
Breakthrough could lead to ‘big leaps’ in battery performance, scientists say

Researchers studied lithium-ion batteries, which are used for electric vehicles as well as portable electronics such as mobile phones and laptops.

independent.co.uk logo
Jun 28 • 7:01 PM EDT • Science • independent.co.uk
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 Gets Disappointing Display News Before Release

Samsung's Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra won't have a privacy screen despite it being a key Galaxy S26 Ultra feature. Here's what that means for the phone's price ahead of launch.

forbes.com logo
Jun 28 • 5:16 PM EDT • Technology • forbes.com
Apple iPhone 18 Pro Release Schedule: Why iOS 27 Signals September Date

The just-released second developer beta of the next iPhone software helps confirm what is likely to happen and when for the next iPhones’ release date.

forbes.com logo
Jun 28 • 2:06 PM EDT • Technology • forbes.com
Galaxy Z's days are apparently numbered: Accessories point to a very unusual name for Samsung's iPhone Ultra competitor

At first, it was called the Galaxy Z Wide Fold or the Galaxy Z Fold 8 Wide, then—according to generally reliable sources—simply the Galaxy Z Fold8. Now a fourth name has surfaced for the compact and wider iPhone Ultra alternative, that Samsung will unveil on July 22 alongside the updated Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra. However, as authentic as these images seem to be, there are doubts.

notebookcheck.net logo
Jun 28 • 1:33 PM EDT • Technology • notebookcheck.net
Rep. Jahana Hayes released from hospital after health scare

Representative Jahana Hayes has been released from the hospital after a health scare last week. In a video posted to Facebook on Sunday, she said she was leaving St. Mary’s Hospital where she was admitted for the last two days. “On Friday, I felt like I was dizzy while shopping, I was out getting phones at the mall and felt…

nbcconnecticut.com logo
Jun 28 • 1:17 PM EDT • Health • nbcconnecticut.com
😐 Neutral (13%)
wow
42%
ahah
33%
sad
25%
New packaging for Apple's A20 Pro chip should keep the iPhone 18 Pro series feeling cool

With everyone worried about chips and phones heating up, processors are getting improved thermal management tools.

phonearena.com logo
Jun 28 • 2:16 AM EDT • Technology • phonearena.com
Google testing iPhone feature to add to Pixel smartphones

Google might soon expand on a current Pixel capability matching the iOS version of it.

phonearena.com logo
Jun 27 • 3:49 PM EDT • Technology • phonearena.com
Venezuela's quakes proved Android's earthquake alerts matter. What about iPhone?

The alert leans on a sensor you already carry, but Apple takes a different path.

phonearena.com logo
Jun 27 • 1:06 PM EDT • Technology • phonearena.com
Former Washington health care executive pleads guilty to $24 million wire fraud scheme

A former health care executive in North Central Washington has pleaded guilty to wire fraud after prosecutors say he siphoned tens of millions of dollars.

komonews.com logo
Jun 27 • 10:00 AM EDT • Health • komonews.com
What Apple Just Confirmed About the iPhone 18 Pro and Ultra

Apple has confirmed the foldable iPhone Ultra and iPhone 18 Pro for fall 2026. Explore the new A20 Pro chip, variable aperture cameras, and premium designs.

geeky-gadgets.com logo
Jun 27 • 9:00 AM EDT • Technology • geeky-gadgets.com
Apple A20 Pro motherboard leak hints at notable memory and packaging upgrades

A leaked package layout of Apple's A20 Pro hints at several notable upgrades for the iPhone 18 Pro series. The next-gen SoC is said to feature a wider 96-bit memory interface, a redesigned packaging approach for improved thermals, and a larger Neural Processing Unit (NPU).

notebookcheck.net logo
Jun 27 • 4:33 AM EDT • Technology • notebookcheck.net
Screen time can damage under-twos’ development, landmark study suggests

Exclusive: Researchers call for urgent investigation of risks to babies of tablets, smartphones and other digital devices

theguardian.com logo
Jun 27 • 3:00 AM EDT • Health • theguardian.com
How Phones Alerted Millions Before Quakes Shook Venezuela

Millions of people in Venezuela and surrounding countries received early warning alerts to their phones up to two minutes before back-to-back earthquakes on Wednesday.

nytimes.com logo
Jun 27 • 1:23 AM EDT • Technology • nytimes.com
3 flagship Android phones are cheaper now than they were on day one of Prime Day, but not for long

Prime Day is nearly over, but these three flagship Android phone deals have actually improved since the sale started.

androidauthority.com logo
Jun 26 • 6:20 PM EDT • Technology • androidauthority.com
We almost had a smartphone in the 90s. Why did it fail?

In the early 90’s, a company called General Magic began working on a portable device that would allow people to check email, make phone calls, even play games. It was basically a smartphone. But it never caught on.On today’s show, a theory about why this device failed. General Magic had generous investors, world-class talent and creative freedom. But is it possible what they needed was constraints?Support:Planet Money+Read: Our book: Planet Money: A Guide to the Economic Forces That Shape Your Life Our weekly longform Planet Money newsletterOur weekly Indicator round-up newsletterFollow: InstagramTikTokYouTubeFacebookThis episode was hosted by Erika Beras and Emma Peaslee. It was produced by Emma Peaslee with help from Sam Yellowhorse Kesler and James Sneed. It was edited by Marianne McCune and fact-checked by Charlotte Isidore. It was engineered by Jimmy Keeley with help from Cena Loffredo. Alex Goldmark is Planet Money’s executive producer.

npr.org logo
Jun 26 • 5:30 PM EDT • Technology • npr.org
High-Signal Publisher
Apple Loop: iPhone 18 Pro Release Date, Hidden iOS 27 Features, iPhone Air 2 Details

This week’s Apple headlines: iPhone 18 Pro price and release date, hidden iOS 27 features, iPhone Air 2 specs, unexpected Mac and iPad price rises, how Apple wins AI and more...

forbes.com logo
Jun 26 • 5:03 PM EDT • Technology • forbes.com
iPhone 18: Everything We Know About Apple's Biggest Updates

Rumors about Apple's next flagship phones point to a new foldable, a variable-aperture camera, improved battery life and, yes, higher prices.

cnet.com logo
Jun 26 • 4:30 PM EDT • Technology • cnet.com
iPhone 18 Pro and Pro Max May See $200 Price Increase

Apple's iPhone 18 Pro models could be up to $200 more expensive, according to a prediction from analytics firm IDC. IDC expected Apple to raise iPhone 18 prices, but prior to yesterday's Mac and iPad price hike, the prediction was a $100 increase for the 18 Pro and Pro Max, and a $50 increase for the base models. IDC Senior Director of Data & Analytics Nabila Popal says the magnitude of the Mac and iPad price increase points to even higher iPhone 18 prices.

macrumors.com logo
Jun 26 • 3:17 PM EDT • Technology • macrumors.com
The Venezuela Earthquakes Hit a Health System Already in Crisis

Firefighters are using cellphone lights because of a flashlight shortage, and an overwhelmed hospital in the disaster zone is operating without running water, one doctor said.

nytimes.com logo
Jun 26 • 1:02 PM EDT • Health • nytimes.com
2027 iPhone 18 and iPhone 18e to Get 9GB RAM and A20 Chip

The lower-end iPhone 18 models set to launch in spring 2027 will feature 9GB DRAM, up from 8GB, according to Apple analyst Ming-Chi Kuo. Kuo says the A20 chip Apple plans to use for the devices will have 1.5GB x 6 dies for a total of 9GB RAM, instead of 2GB x 4 dies as the current lower-end iPhone 17 models use. By lower-end iPhones, Kuo is likely referencing the iPhone 18 and the iPhone 18e, both of which are rumored to be coming around March or April of 2027.

macrumors.com logo
Jun 26 • 12:57 PM EDT • Technology • macrumors.com
New iPhone 18 specs report raises big question of iOS 27 limitations

Apple’s base model iPhone 18 might not get as much RAM as expected—raising questions about support for iOS 27’s most demanding features.

9to5mac.com logo
Jun 26 • 12:57 PM EDT • Technology • 9to5mac.com
The Ship's Sailing on the Best Anker Deals for Headphones, Earbuds, Projectors, and More During Prime Day

One of our favorite brands is seeing huge discounts during Amazon's annual summer mega-sale event. But hurry, as the savings end today!

pcmag.com logo
Jun 26 • 12:52 PM EDT • Technology • pcmag.com
Final Countdown: Save Up to 44% On These Prime Day Smartphone Deals by Samsung, Google, Motorola, and More

Need a new Pixel, Galaxy, or Razr? Hurry and grab your next flagship, foldable, or flip phone for a fraction of the price while these Prime Day smartphone deals last!

pcmag.com logo
Jun 26 • 12:18 PM EDT • Technology • pcmag.com
New iPhone Ultra report has new pricing and release timing info

Apple’s highly anticipated foldable iPhone is launching this fall, but a new report today claims you might have to wait...

9to5mac.com logo
Jun 26 • 11:11 AM EDT • Technology • 9to5mac.com
iPhone 18 Pro and Foldable iPhone Tipped to Get Price Hikes Too

Apple's iPhone 18 Pro lineup and its first foldable iPhone will launch at higher prices than originally predicted this September, according to several known Chinese leakers.

macrumors.com logo
Jun 26 • 10:14 AM EDT • Technology • macrumors.com
Warren Buffett Bought A Business For $1.7B ‘Over The Phone Without Ever Meeting The People There’ Using The ‘Most Valuable Skill’ He Learned

Buying a company for $1.7 billion without meeting management sounds like the kind of decision that would keep lawyers busy for months. Warren Buffett did it over the phone. Speaking at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln in 2003, Berkshire Hathaway Chair...

finance.yahoo.com logo
Jun 26 • 8:31 AM EDT • Business • finance.yahoo.com
I started a business that takes teens' phones at parties

Karen Silberman founded The Phone Valet after noticing teens spending entire parties staring at their phones.

businessinsider.com logo
Jun 26 • 8:04 AM EDT • Business • businessinsider.com
Trump Mobile Takes The T1 Phone Reservation Holders For A Ride, Opens Sales To The Public Without Clearing The Backlog

Those who paid Trump Mobile a $100 deposit to gain early access to the T1 Phone suddenly find themselves at the back of the proverbial queue.

wccftech.com logo
Jun 26 • 7:05 AM EDT • Technology • wccftech.com
Trump Mobile will take your $499 right now

The T1 Phone no longer requires a $100 deposit.

theverge.com logo
Jun 26 • 4:40 AM EDT • Technology • theverge.com
Apple orders 9x fewer display panels for the foldable iPhone Ultra than for the iPhone 18 Pro

Reportedly, Cupertino orders "only" 10 million panels for its first-ever foldable phone.

phonearena.com logo
Jun 26 • 3:34 AM EDT • Technology • phonearena.com
It's Xbox's turn (again), as console prices keep going up

Microsoft announced a price hike for the Xbox Series consoles today, the third in little over a year. Effective August 1, the Xbox Series S, which launched in 2020 for $300, will cost $500 in the U.S. The Xbox Series X, which launched in 2020 at $500, will go for $800. This follows a round of PlayStation 5 price increases from Sony this spring, and a slow-motion increase for Nintendo’s Switch 2, which will kick in in the U.S. in September. (Mind you, there were also eight video game industry price hikes in six months of 2025). The chart up top shows the sudden ascent of console prices over the past year, a sudden surge in an already unusual hardware generation. Prices had been flat for years, now “up” is the new “flat.” Game console prices used to go down across the length of a console generation, but not this time around. Microsoft’s explanation for the new price hike today: We hoped another price increase would not be necessary, and we have spent the last several months working with suppliers on options. Unfortunately, console storage and memory prices have increased by more than 2.5x and we expect another doubling by the fall of 2027. The entire consumer electronics industry is struggling with the current components crisis, but the effects are particularly hard on consoles. Unlike phones, computers, speakers, and other consumer devices, consoles are typically not sold at a profit, but instead for less than they cost to make. This is an issue well beyond game consoles. Apple announced price hikes on its computers and tablets today as well. Game File is a reader-supported publication. To receive new posts and support my work, consider becoming a free or paid subscriber. Subscribe Item 2: Brutal Bungie cuts Bungie laid off “most” of its Destiny development team and some developers who worked on Marathon, the newest game from the struggling Sony-owned studio. A WARN notice issued by Sony to Washington State, where Bungie is based, tallied cuts impacting 292 workers, effective next month. That’s strictly for Bungie/Sony jobs in Washington and wouldn’t account for any elsewhere. The video I clipped below shows the redacted list of Bungie cuts filed to Washington State officials. As you’ll see, I had to scroll for a while… In a note emailed to PlayStation workers and published online, PlayStation game studios chief Hermen Hulst offered the following explanation for these latest cuts at Bungie: This is painful news, especially for talented colleagues whose roles have been eliminated. This decision was made only after extensive discussion and careful consideration, and I want to provide some context on how we arrived here. Over the past several months, together with Bungie leadership, we reviewed the studio’s long-term direction, development priorities, resource needs, and role within our broader portfolio strategy. We explored multiple alternatives before concluding that a reduction was necessary to align the studio’s resources with its current priorities and long-term goals. In 2022, Sony bought Bungie for $3.7 billion. The studio’s marquee game, the multiplayer live service shooter Destiny 2 was losing popularity at the time. Its next game Marathon, released earlier this year, has been well-reviewed but had a slow start. Bungie is renowned for making great shooter games, and Destiny fans have mourned the wind-down of Destiny 2. They’ve also expressed bewilderment over reports that Destiny 3 is not, per Bloomberg, immediately in the cards.

gamefile.news logo
Jun 25 • 8:21 PM EDT • Technology • gamefile.news
Android 17’s new foldable gaming mode could make flippy phones more fun

A whole half of your screen will be dedicated to touch controls.

theverge.com logo
Jun 25 • 6:33 PM EDT • Technology • theverge.com
Commodore Has Dropped The Price Of Its Retro Phone By $100 Ahead Of Preorders

A refreshing direction for a price change.

engadget.com logo
Jun 25 • 5:34 PM EDT • Technology • engadget.com
Samsung Reportedly Starts OLED Panel Production for Apple’s First Foldable iPhone

Apple reportedly cleared Samsung Display to make OLED panels for its first foldable iPhone, with hinge issues still shaping launch timing.

techrepublic.com logo
Jun 25 • 1:13 PM EDT • Technology • techrepublic.com
Prime Day Smartphone Deals Are Live: Save Up to 44% on Samsung Foldables, Google Pixels, Motorolas, and More

These are the Amazon Prime Day smartphone deals actually worth buying, featuring editor-approved picks from Samsung, Google, Motorola, and more.

pcmag.com logo
Jun 25 • 12:54 PM EDT • Technology • pcmag.com
Nothing Phone (4b) design goes official with unibody & Glyph Bar, not coming to the US

Ahead of its July 7 launch date, Nothing has confirmed that Phone (4b) won't launch in the US while also showing off the new design.

9to5google.com logo
Jun 25 • 10:35 AM EDT • Technology • 9to5google.com
Samsung’s new budget phone costs $50 more despite downgrades

The Galaxy A27 has a new chip, but worse waterproofing and lower resolution cameras than its predecessor.

theverge.com logo
Jun 25 • 9:39 AM EDT • Technology • theverge.com
iPhone Ultra 2 already given go-ahead, iPhone Air 3 not, says leaker

We may still be waiting for the launch of the iPhone Ultra, but a leaker with a decent track record...

9to5mac.com logo
Jun 25 • 7:14 AM EDT • Technology • 9to5mac.com
iPhone Ultra 2 Gets Green Light for Development, Says Leaker

Apple's second-generation foldable iPhone has officially been given the go-ahead for development, a prominent Chinese leaker claimed today. In a post on Weibo, the account known as Digital Chat Station said that the "iPhone Ultra 2 project" has been formally approved, and that the second book-style device will likely use the same display as the first-generation model expected later this year.

macrumors.com logo
Jun 25 • 5:27 AM EDT • Technology • macrumors.com
Samsung confirms the existence of the Galaxy S27 Pro

Samsung has officially added the Galaxy S27 Pro name to an unannounced Galaxy phone with model number SM-S957B in the GSMA database.

sammobile.com logo
Jun 25 • 2:14 AM EDT • Technology • sammobile.com
Here's when Apple is starting mass production of the iPhone Ultra

Everything seems to be back on schedule. Recently there's been some controversy about the iPhone Ultra's release window, with a report claiming it was...

gsmarena.com logo
Jun 24 • 3:00 PM EDT • Technology • gsmarena.com
Facebook rolls out an AI companion app for creators

The new app, which is currently being tested with select creators, will have Facebook's recently-launched AI creator assistant built into it.

techcrunch.com logo
Jun 24 • 1:16 PM EDT • Technology • techcrunch.com
Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra picks up a display upgrade to really show what Samsung can do

Samsung is introducing a display upgrade for the Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra to really sell that 'Ultra' moniker to you.

phonearena.com logo
Jun 24 • 12:03 PM EDT • Technology • phonearena.com
Akron Children's launches new mental health tool

The goal is to combine real human connection from trained well-being coaches with AI tools, the hospital said.

spectrumnews1.com logo
Jun 24 • 10:38 AM EDT • Health • spectrumnews1.com
Galaxy Z Fold 8 wallpapers leak, and I hope the phone’s colors look half as good

A new leak has revealed the alleged wallpapers Samsung is bringing to the Galaxy Z Fold 8, with everything lining...

9to5google.com logo
Jun 24 • 10:05 AM EDT • Technology • 9to5google.com
Foldable iPhone 'Ultra' Set for Production in July Despite Hinge Issues

Apple's rumored foldable iPhone "Ultra" is expected to begin mass production at the end of July, according to a new report by The Elec. Although some recent reports suggested the book-style device could be delayed due to hinge-related issues, the Korean outlet's sources indicate that Apple is still targeting a September launch as planned.

macrumors.com logo
Jun 24 • 9:56 AM EDT • Technology • macrumors.com
iPhone Ultra 3D-printed hinge problems reportedly solved

Talk of a delayed launch for the upcoming iPhone Ultra now seems to have faded away, with all recent reports...

9to5mac.com logo
Jun 24 • 9:05 AM EDT • Technology • 9to5mac.com
Google’s New $100 Speaker Makes a Weak Case for Gemini in the Home

The Google Home Speaker is the first new device of its kind to come from Alphabet Inc. in six years. In that time, Google has reshaped itself as an industry leader in artificial intelligence, with its Gemini platform now ubiquitous across consumer hardware like smartphones and web services like Search, Workspace and YouTube.

bloomberg.com logo
Jun 24 • 9:00 AM EDT • Technology • bloomberg.com
Prime Day 2026: Top Savings on Anker, Beats, TVs, and More Accessories

Earlier this week we highlighted some of the best Apple-related product discounts that you can find on Amazon during Prime Day, and now we're focusing on third-party accessory markdowns during the event. In this article you'll find all the best accessories for charging, smart homes, smartphones, and more. Note: MacRumors is an affiliate partner with some of these vendors. When you click a link and make a purchase, we may receive a small payment, which helps us keep the site running.

macrumors.com logo
Jun 24 • 8:21 AM EDT • Technology • macrumors.com
The ‘tech neck’ time bomb: why 43 million young Americans could cripple U.S. health care within a generation

A spine surgeon warns that smartphone addiction is quietly deforming the spines of Gen Z and Gen Alpha.

fortune.com logo
Jun 24 • 7:30 AM EDT • Health • fortune.com
😐 Neutral (6%)
wow
41%
ahah
35%
love
24%
Why the tech industry wants to take away your screen

Some tech leaders have a vision for a world where you spend a lot less time looking at your phone. Is it the solution to screen time, or just a new dystopia?

bbc.com logo
Jun 24 • 5:34 AM EDT • Technology • bbc.com
'Rangers close to re-signing McCrorie'

Rangers are closing in on a deal to bring 28-year-old versatile Scotland-capped defender Ross McCrorie back to Ibrox from Bristol City. Rangers Review) Rangers are preparing to submit a formal offer for 22-year-old Dundee centre-back Luke Graham in the coming weeks. Football Insider) Head coach Steven Pressley says Dundee have received "plenty of phone calls" about Luke Graham this summer, but there has been no firm offers for the centre-half who trained with the senior Scotland squad before the World Cup.

sports.yahoo.com logo
Jun 24 • 3:23 AM EDT • Sports • sports.yahoo.com
Lakers have reportedly called Pelicans about Yves Missi

The Lakers are actively hitting the phones in an attempt to upgrade at the center position.

sports.yahoo.com logo
Jun 23 • 9:26 PM EDT • Sports • sports.yahoo.com
Android 17 QPR1 Beta 5 is out now for your Pixel phone to test

We only just got Android 17 stable, but testers are already getting a preview of Android's latest additions with QPR1 Beta 5.

androidauthority.com logo
Jun 23 • 5:24 PM EDT • Technology • androidauthority.com
The Entertainment Trends Shaping What Audiences Watch in 2026

What will audiences watch in 2026? Dive into entertainment trends shaping the future. Explore insights and get ahead with these industry's latest shifts.

sdvoice.info logo
Jun 23 • 4:18 PM EDT • Entertainment • sdvoice.info
😐 Neutral (19%)
ahah
58%
wow
42%
Google Pixel phones get better wireless audio quality in Android 17

While wired audio is certainly trying to make a comeback, wireless earbuds and headphones are more prevalent today than ever...

9to5google.com logo
Jun 23 • 4:05 PM EDT • Technology • 9to5google.com
iOS 27 Wallet App Gets 7 New Features

Apple is making more of an effort to turn the iPhone into a physical wallet replacement in iOS 27, and there are several upgrades to the Wallet app. Pass Upgrades Apple upgraded airline boarding passes in the Wallet app with iOS 26, and in iOS 27, upgrades are coming to additional types of passes.

macrumors.com logo
Jun 23 • 3:32 PM EDT • Technology • macrumors.com
iPhone 18 Pro: Three new features that already have me excited

iPhone 18 Pro is still a few months away, but out of the rumored new features so far, there are three upgrades I’m especially excited about.

9to5mac.com logo
Jun 23 • 2:45 PM EDT • Technology • 9to5mac.com
Roku May Help Fox Avoid Aggregeddon

(Welcome to the “Most Important Story of the Week”, my bi-weekly strategy column analyzing the most important (but often not buzziest) news story of the last two weeks. I’m the Entertainment Strategy Guy, a former streaming executive who now analyzes business strategy in the entertainment industry. Please subscribe.) Scrolling through links over the last week, I stumbled across this fun headline: Wow. Formula 1 (the sport, not the docu-series) is the perfect “dog not barking”. As a reminder, each week in my Streaming Ratings Report, I call out the shows that miss every viewership chart. I dub them “dogs not barking”—like the Sherlock Holmes mystery—because without any data, we forget they even exist. This is in contrast to something like, say, a film flop—cough The Mandalorian and Grogu cough—where even underperforming at the box office is widely discussed here, there and everywhere. In the US, Formula 1 is now in “no public viewership data, so not discussed” territory. After moving to Apple TV from its former home of ESPN, basically no one talks about it. Apple did publish an initial, unsourced, unsubstantiated, (dare I say unserious) datecdote claiming more folks are watching Formula 1 on Apple than ESPN, but we haven’t gotten any updates since. This stands in contrast to when the sport streamed on ESPN, and ESPN PR provided weekly viewership figures. Formula 1 was, at best, a niche sport in America—averaging 1.3 million viewers in the Big Data Plus era—but now it’s basically anonymous. (And yeah, after moving to Apple, I very, very, very much doubt its ratings increased.) Unfortunately, that story isn’t quite big enough to warrant a section in today’s “Most Important Story of the Week” column, but I wanted to call it out, because otherwise, no one else will! Certainly, no one will write articles about the silence/ratings decline, unlike when they wrote breathless articles connecting the rise in viewership to Netflix’s Drive to Survive, including Reuters just last month. (This is a topic I’ve tried to provide a moderate/nuanced/non-hyped take since 2022.) Anyway, on to this week’s issue. I was a bit worried I didn’t have a juicy topic, then the Murdochs went out and did their Murdoch thing: buying Roku. So that’s the story of the week, and it happens to touch on quite a few themes of the streaming wars and the disruption therein. I’ll cover that, plus why more consolidation in Hollywood media looks likely, more good news on the Hollywood labor front, whether we’ll see an uptick in production in Los Angeles, some Broadway and theme park news, cellphone prices going up in the third world (and possibly everywhere), and more. Subscribe Most Important Story of the Week - Another Big Media & Entertainment Merger The story of the week is clearly Fox is buying Roku for $22 billion. I read a lot of good strategy takes on why Fox bought this streaming TV device maker—and I’ll have mine below—but what fascinates me more is how this deal connects to quite a few themes of the streaming wars, linking to everything from the pace of M&A to “aggregeddon” to Netflix’s recent M&A actions/inactions to the shift to advertising from pure play streaming and more. The only topic I can’t really connect it to is my old theory, “never bet against Rupert Murdoch” because he isn’t the one who did this deal; his son Lachlan inked it. (Do I think he provided advice, even at his 95 years of age? Sure.) That plus I have one additional piece of strategy for all entertainment players, inspired by this deal. So let’s dive into all those topics, starting with why I like this deal. Roku is a Great M&A Buy

These are the 19 best Prime Day phone deals I'd actually buy myself

Prime Day 2026 has officially started. Save hundreds right now on smartphones, including the Google Pixel 10 Pro and Samsung Galaxy S26.

zdnet.com logo
Jun 23 • 1:11 PM EDT • Technology • zdnet.com
Prime Day Smartphone Deals Are Live: Save Up to 44% on Samsung Foldables, Pixels, Motorolas, and More

These are the Prime Day smartphone deals actually worth buying, featuring editor-approved picks from Samsung, Google, Motorola, and more.

pcmag.com logo
Jun 23 • 1:05 PM EDT • Technology • pcmag.com
I found the 6 top Amazon Prime Day portable charger deals to keep your phone charged

Our tech writer always packs a portable charger, and since he knows the best from the duds, he decided to find the top ways to save on staying charged on the go.

cnn.com logo
Jun 23 • 11:00 AM EDT • Technology • cnn.com
Apple's Foldable iPhone Could Lose Almost $1,300 in Value in First Year, Study Suggests

A new resale value study suggests that a $2,000 foldable iPhone could lose as much as $1,292 of its value within its first 12 months on the market, based on current foldable depreciation trends. The estimate comes from SellCell, which analyzed the 12-month resale performance of flagship smartphones from Apple, Samsung, Google, Motorola, and OnePlus.

macrumors.com logo
Jun 23 • 9:08 AM EDT • Technology • macrumors.com
People-Powered Research With a Twist

Verify the work of an algorithm to unlock the secrets of spiral galaxies! Anyone with a smartphone or laptop can do this project.

science.nasa.gov logo
Jun 23 • 9:00 AM EDT • Science • science.nasa.gov
Buying an iPhone Ultra could be an expensive experiment

If you are planning to buy an iPhone Ultra to find out how useful it is in practice, with the...

9to5mac.com logo
Jun 23 • 8:36 AM EDT • Technology • 9to5mac.com
What Owners Say Is The Biggest Problem With Foldable Phones

Some of the things people don't like about foldables are the durability of the hinge, the subpar battery life, and the strange aspect ratio.

bgr.com logo
Jun 23 • 5:47 AM EDT • Technology • bgr.com
Prime Day is almost here: We found 50+ deals to shop early

Amazon devices, Kindle bundles, headphones, and portable power stations are early highlights.

mashable.com logo
Jun 23 • 3:00 AM EDT • Technology • mashable.com
New T-Mobile 5G Test Shows a Simple Fix for a Common Slowdown

T-Mobile may have found a practical way to make its 5G network work better when several nearby phones are all trying to pull data at the same time. The big takeaway is simple: in a new benchmark study, a newer Nokia-powered setup helped cut interference between phones, which led to faster overall performance. According to Signals Research Group, the testing was done at T-Mobile’s ... [read full article]

tmonews.com logo
Jun 23 • 1:40 AM EDT • Technology • tmonews.com
Apple Will Equip The Outer Panel Of The iPhone Ultra With Samsung’s Cutting-Edge, Natively 10-Bit M16 OLED, While Retaining The Older M14 OLED For The Inner Screen

Apple is adopting an atypical, two-pronged display strategy for its upcoming foldable, tentatively dubbed the iPhone Ultra.

wccftech.com logo
Jun 22 • 7:32 PM EDT • Technology • wccftech.com
iPhone 18 Pro camera upgrade 'confirmed' by another rumor

It will result in some increased thickness. According to one of the most prolific and well-known tipsters on Weibo, the upcoming iPhone 18 Pro will get the...

gsmarena.com logo
Jun 22 • 6:30 PM EDT • Technology • gsmarena.com
New supply chain report claims the iPhone Ultra will be unveiled as scheduled

When it will actually be released is another matter. Last week, a report from Apple's supply chain indicated that the iPhone Ultra would be delayed. This...

gsmarena.com logo
Jun 22 • 5:30 PM EDT • Technology • gsmarena.com
iOS 27 will add inline replies & photo reactions to Android-iPhone RCS

iOS 27 will introduce the next big update to Android-iPhone messaging with support for inline replies and photo reactions.

9to5google.com logo
Jun 22 • 4:32 PM EDT • Technology • 9to5google.com
iOS 27 Beta 2 Adds Inline Replies to iPhone-to-Android RCS Chats

With the second beta of iOS 27, Apple added support for replying to a specific message in an RCS conversation with an Android user. You can now long press on a message to get to the option to reply, and it works the same way that it does with iMessage. Apple added support for RCS in iOS 18, and has been improving it since then. iOS 26.5 added encryption for RCS messages sent between iPhone and Android users, and now more of the RCS features are being implemented.

macrumors.com logo
Jun 22 • 3:06 PM EDT • Technology • macrumors.com
Prime Day deals are officially live: Shop the best tech sales from Apple, Sony, Bose, Anker and others for up to 54% off right now

Prime Day deals have discounted a bunch of our favorite tech from headphones to TVs to iPhone accessories and more.

tech.yahoo.com logo
Jun 22 • 2:42 PM EDT • Technology • tech.yahoo.com
Apple Seeds iOS 27 and iPadOS 27 Second Betas to Developers

Apple today seeded the second betas of iOS 27 and iPadOS 27 to developers for testing purposes, with the update coming a week after Apple released the first betas following the WWDC 2026 keynote. Registered developers can download the betas from the Settings app on the iPhone or iPad by going to the General section and selecting Software Update. iOS 27 introduces Apple's smarter version of Siri, Siri AI.

macrumors.com logo
Jun 22 • 1:08 PM EDT • Technology • macrumors.com
'A smartphone-like user experience' – The Hammerhead Karoo has just hit its best price of the year in this Amazon Prime Day deal

At full price, the Karoo 3 impressed our expert tester with its brilliant touchscreen that made it our top choice for cycling navigation

cyclingnews.com logo
Jun 22 • 12:56 PM EDT • Technology • cyclingnews.com
Best Buy launches massive anti-Prime Day sale — see 25+ Android deals that might make Amazon look bad

Best Buy is carving up to 50% off smartphones, laptops, and more.

androidcentral.com logo
Jun 22 • 12:40 PM EDT • Technology • androidcentral.com
Apple Approves Production of OLED Panels for Foldable iPhone

Samsung Display has received Apple's approval to begin module production of OLED panels for Apple's first foldable iPhone, according to a report today from TheElec. Citing industry sources, the report says Samsung Display has started operating part of its back-end production lines in Vietnam to fulfill an initial order of around three million panels scheduled for delivery this year.

macrumors.com logo
Jun 22 • 11:00 AM EDT • Technology • macrumors.com
iOS 27 adds brand new widgets for your iPhone’s Home Screen

iOS 27 adds a new, larger widget size and as a result comes with 15+ new widgets for your Home Screen, here’s the full list.

9to5mac.com logo
Jun 22 • 10:35 AM EDT • Technology • 9to5mac.com
New iPhone 18 Pro leak highlights big upgrade for most popular camera

iPhone 18 Pro’s Main camera sounds set for an especially big upgrade this year, per the latest posts from leaker Fixed Focus Digital.

9to5mac.com logo
Jun 22 • 10:03 AM EDT • Technology • 9to5mac.com
How to stop scam texts from targeting aging parents

Learn how to protect elderly parents with dementia from scam texts by using iPhone Screen Time limits, carrier tools and payment restrictions.

foxnews.com logo
Jun 22 • 8:24 AM EDT • Technology • foxnews.com
Sounds Like a Steal: 40+ Apple, Sony and Bose Deals Are Live With Prime Day Starting Tomorrow

Whether you want the best of the best or a budget pair, these are our favorite deals.

cnet.com logo
Jun 21 • 8:00 PM EDT • Technology • cnet.com
iPhone Air 2 Could Get A Hardware Downgrade That Will Seal The Fate For Apple’s Sleek Flagship Future Forever

A rumor doing the rounds claims that the iPhone Air 2 could be treated to a hardware downgrade which could put an end of sleek flagships forever

wccftech.com logo
Jun 21 • 4:55 PM EDT • Technology • wccftech.com
Apple reportedly decides on a release date for its smart glasses

When will you be able to get Apple's smart glasses? Insider Mark Gurman has a clue.

phonearena.com logo
Jun 21 • 12:11 PM EDT • Technology • phonearena.com
Beyond Siri: Here are the practical AI features coming to your iPhone in iOS 27

Siri’s AI overhaul may have grabbed the headlines at WWDC, but some of Apple’s most useful AI features are arriving elsewhere in iOS 27.

techcrunch.com logo
Jun 21 • 10:40 AM EDT • Technology • techcrunch.com
I resurrected a dead Android tablet with this unique third-party launcher

I dug my old Galaxy Tab S7+ out of a drawer, and a new launcher fixed it

androidpolice.com logo
Jun 21 • 8:30 AM EDT • Technology • androidpolice.com
2 Cool Features To Use With Samsung Galaxy's Smart View

You can use your voice assistant and cast only specific apps to larger screens when using Samsung's Smart View feature on Galaxy phones.

bgr.com logo
Jun 21 • 6:17 AM EDT • Technology • bgr.com
Buying a Used iPhone Makes More Sense Than Ever

With Apple raising prices soon, you can save a lot of money by buying a used handset or upgrading an older device—safe in the knowledge that it'll last longer than ever.

wired.com logo
Jun 21 • 6:00 AM EDT • Technology • wired.com
Latest version of Google Messages comes with useful feature we've seen tested before

Back in January and in March, we saw Google testing this new feature that is finally here.

phonearena.com logo
Jun 21 • 12:46 AM EDT • Technology • phonearena.com
These Early Prime Day Apple Deals Slash Prices on MacBooks, iPads and AirPods

Score Prime Day savings on some of Apple's most popular devices, including AirPods, iPads and Beats headphones.

cnet.com logo
Jun 20 • 8:00 PM EDT • Technology • cnet.com
iPhone 18 Pro Release Date: How Apple Freezes Out Android Competition

With the launch of the iPhone 18 Pro, Apple will disrupt the marketing, distribution and adoption of Samsung, Google and the Android-powered competition.

forbes.com logo
Jun 20 • 6:34 PM EDT • Technology • forbes.com
Millions Of Samsung Galaxy Phones Are Getting A Free Upgrade

Samsung is testing One UI 9 across more Galaxy devices. Here's the full list of phones getting the free Android 17 upgrade and when to expect it.

forbes.com logo
Jun 20 • 3:10 PM EDT • Technology • forbes.com
Gen Z Is Going To Love Commodore's New Minimalist Flip Phone

The Commodore Callback is a flip phone with messaging apps, a music play, and maps, but no social media, allowing users to escape distractions from reality.

bgr.com logo
Jun 20 • 6:17 AM EDT • Technology • bgr.com
5 Cheaper Android Phones You Should Try Instead Of The Google Pixel 10 Pro

The Pixel 10 Pro is one of the best phones available, but these five alternatives cost less and offer solid competition in key areas.

bgr.com logo
Jun 20 • 5:47 AM EDT • Technology • bgr.com
AI is making everything more expensive, including your next iPhone

The AI data-center boom means a spike in chip costs — but lots of products needs chips. You're going to pick up the tab.

businessinsider.com logo
Jun 20 • 5:01 AM EDT • Business • businessinsider.com
AI-powered healthcare fraud has insurers on their toes

Pulling off health insurance fraud used to take time and skill. Until a few years ago, criminals couldn’t fabricate health records without knowing medical terminology and billing codes. If the scheme involved fooling a call center worker, the fraudster would have to pick up the phone and pose as a

triblive.com logo
Jun 20 • 4:01 AM EDT • Health • triblive.com
Apple’s Early Prime Day Sale Is Live. We Found the Best Deals on MacBooks, iPads and AirPods

Act now and enjoy Prime Day savings on Apple favorites like Beats headphones, AirPods and iPads.

cnet.com logo
Jun 19 • 8:00 PM EDT • Technology • cnet.com