AT&T can’t hang up on landline phone customers, California agency rules
State dismisses AT&T application to end Carrier of Last Resort obligation. Enlarge (credit: Getty Images | Joe Raedle ) The California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC) yesterday rejected AT&T's request to end its landl.....»»
Google Wallet can now save your hotel room keys
Google has seemingly updated Google Wallet where it will now be able to save hotel keys so you can unlock your hotel rooms with your phone. The post Google Wallet can now save your hotel room keys appeared first on Phandroid. Most hotels y.....»»
Panama Canal agency warns water shortage "is not over"
The Panama Canal Authority (ACP) said Wednesday that the famed waterway continues to face a water shortage, despite recent rains alleviating most restrictions imposed following last year's drought......»»
As repair costs rise, so does popularity of service drive financing
The cost of a vehicle repair is rising; therefore, so is the chance of customers getting hit with a hefty service department bill. To ensure they don't decline the work and to help them afford the repair, more dealerships are offering buy now, pay la.....»»
My favorite new minimal Apple Watch face
Sometimes you really have to hack around an Apple Watch face to make it feel like your own. For example, California. Using Shortcuts can also be helpful. In watchOS 11, my new fave is an off-label use of an updated face to create a watch face that ot.....»»
Best Galaxy S24 Alternatives (June, 2024)
Samsung’s Galaxy S24, Galaxy S24+, and Galaxy S24 Ultra are intriguing options if you’re hunting for a new phone. That being said, they might be too expensive for your budget or perhaps you just want a similar device from another Android.....»»
This magical new app is an AI Ron Burgundy for your phone
This app will read anything you put in front of it......»»
Amazon Prime Day phone deals 2024: What to expect, early sales
The best Amazon Prime Day phone deals are on the horizon, upgrade your device for less......»»
California police chief resigns after investigation into relationship with officer’s wife
California police chief resigns after investigation into relationship with officer’s wife.....»»
Apple launches Tap to Pay on iPhone for users in Germany
Apple has been working quickly to expand its Tap to Pay feature on iPhone to the rest of the world. After launching it in Italy next month, the feature that lets vendors take payments with their phone is now available to iPhone users in Germany......»»
This is what the Surface Duo 3 could have looked like
The Surface Duo 3 was canceled, but thanks to recently-discovered patents, it seems that it was going to be a true foldable phone. The post This is what the Surface Duo 3 could have looked like appeared first on Phandroid. When the first M.....»»
Apple rejects PC emulators on the iOS App Store
New iOS emulation rules only apply to "retro game consoles," not retro computers. Enlarge / Don't get your hopes up—this iOS version of Doom was ported from open source code, not run via a classic PC emulator. (credit: Tom Kidd.....»»
Microrobot-packed pill shows promise for treating inflammatory bowel disease in mice
Engineers at the University of California San Diego have developed a pill that releases microscopic robots, or microrobots, into the colon to treat inflammatory bowel disease (IBD). The experimental treatment, given orally, has shown success in mice......»»
Climate crisis sees rise in illegal water markets in the Middle East
In Jordan's cities, green tanker trucks supplying water are a common sight. The average Jordanian only receives one and a half days of access to piped water per week. When taps run dry, citizens and business owners pick up the phone to order a water.....»»
9 months later, I still really like the iPhone 15. But I can’t recommend it
The iPhone 15 was a solid upgrade when it launched. How is the phone holding up post-WWDC? It's complicated......»»
New research shows that improving mobile internet service can reduce digital inequality
New research shows removing data caps to cell phone usage may not only reduce digital inequality but might increase education data consumption by disadvantaged populations......»»
A much-missed Android phone maker is back with a real winner
Two years ago, Realme disappeared from the global market. Now it's back with the Realme GT 6, and it's exactly the return I wanted......»»
With CDK"s reputation challenged, CEO Brian MacDonald defends cyberattack response
CDK's CEO Brian MacDonald said the company is doing everything it can to help customers while its systems remain down, though some dealers have been unhappy with the communication......»»
Google’s Gemini AI is Microsoft Clippy for a new generation
Gemini's AI capabilities are coming to Google's Workspace app suite, but only for paid customers......»»
Motorola’s new $200 Android phone looks like a great deal
There's a new budget phone arriving from Motorola. It’s called the Moto S50 Neo, and it looks like a solid deal......»»
Forget the Galaxy Z Fold 6. This new folding phone already beat it
The Galaxy Z Fold 6 is coming soon. But forget about it. A new folding phone from Vivo recently launched, and it's unbelievably good......»»