Epic trial forces App Store changes, Android 12 launch nears, Twitter tries communities
Welcome back to This Week in Apps, the weekly TechCrunch series that recaps the latest in mobile OS news, mobile applications and the overall app economy. The app industry continues to grow, with a record 218 billion downloads and $143 billion in.....»»
NASA finds more issues with Boeing’s Starliner, but crew launch set for June 1
Fixing the helium leak would delay Starliner crew test flight for months. Enlarge / Boeing's Starliner spacecraft atop its Atlas V rocket on the launch pad earlier this month. (credit: NASA/Joel Kowsky) Senior managers f.....»»
Cape Cod Weighs Big-Ticket Pollution Solutions
Toxic algal blooms are forcing Cape Cod communities to consider expensive sewer and septic system projects......»»
Micron hit with $445 million US verdict in Netlist patent trial
Micron hit with $445 million US verdict in Netlist patent trial.....»»
iPhone 14 Pro now available from Apple’s refurbished store
Today Apple has updated its online refurbished store to feature a newly added product. For the first time, the iPhone 14, iPhone 14 Pro, and iPhone 14 Pro Max are now available from Apple as certified refurbished devices. This means you can get one o.....»»
Would you give up a physical keyboard and trackpad for an all-screen MacBook? [Poll]
We’ve seen two reports this week that Apple is aiming to launch an all-screen MacBook with a foldable display in 2026. While that might sound enticing, would you give up a physical keyboard and trackpad for the bigger display? Share what you think.....»»
Refurbished iPhone 14 Models Now Available at Apple
Apple is now selling refurbished iPhone 14, iPhone 14 Pro, and iPhone 14 Pro Max models on its online store for the first time since launch. Like other retailers who sell refurbished phones, Apple is offering the unlocked iPhone 14 models at a discou.....»»
SpaceX sets date for next Starship flight, explains what went wrong the last time
Clearing blocked filters and clogged valves is the order of the day. Enlarge / SpaceX's Starship vehicle undergoes a wet dress rehearsal prior to its fourth launch attempt. (credit: SpaceX) SpaceX is targeting June 5 for.....»»
SpaceX mega rocket Starship"s next launch on June 5
Starship, the world's most powerful rocket, is set for its next test flight on June 5, SpaceX announced on Friday......»»
Apple’s next iPad mini could steal this iPad Pro feature
Apple didn't announce a new iPad mini at its Let Loose event earlier this month. But a new model may launch in 2025 or 2026 with an incredible new feature......»»
Orange’s new Pyramid Audio System is a slice of psychedelia
Classic British amplifier makers Orange have ventured into the hi-fi realm with the launch of its first mini system, the psychedelic Pyramid......»»
Revived Beats Pill speaker approved by another regulator ahead of launch
Apple has been teasing the comeback of its Beats Pill speaker with sports stars like Lebron James and more carrying it around. Now after FCC approval earlier this week, another regulator has approved the new portable speaker ahead of a potentially im.....»»
OLED iPad mini in the works, for launch in early 2026 – report
A new supply-chain report suggests that we can expect Apple to release an OLED iPad mini in 2026, and that the iPad Air will also be upgraded to OLED within the same timeframe. It says that Samsung has already started developing samples of display.....»»
Best Samsung Galaxy S21+ wireless chargers to buy in 2024
Charge your Samsung Galaxy S21+ wirelessly with these wireless chargers. The post Best Samsung Galaxy S21+ wireless chargers to buy in 2024 appeared first on Phandroid. The Samsung Galaxy S21+ is an Android flagship that has all the premiu.....»»
Best Samsung Galaxy S21+ power banks you can buy in 2024
Get Samsung Galaxy S21+ power bank and charge your device anytime and anywhere. The post Best Samsung Galaxy S21+ power banks you can buy in 2024 appeared first on Phandroid. The Samsung Galaxy S21+ is an Android flagship packed with multi.....»»
Google Increases the Play Store’s App Price Limit
The last price limit was increased back in 2015. The post Google Increases the Play Store’s App Price Limit appeared first on Phandroid. After more than half a decade, it looks like Google has once again increased the maximum amount.....»»
The Samsung Galaxy Watch 6 Classic is on Sale with up to $70 Off!
Get Samsung's premium smartwatch for less! The post The Samsung Galaxy Watch 6 Classic is on Sale with up to $70 Off! appeared first on Phandroid. On the hunt for a premium Wear OS smartwatch to go with your Android phone? Then you might w.....»»
NASA retargets for June 1 launch of Boeing"s Starliner
NASA has carved out more time to talk through problems with its attempt to send up astronauts on Boeing's CST-100 Starliner, which is now targeting June 1 if mission managers give the go for launch......»»
Researchers: A rush on critical minerals is coming for Australia"s most remote and disadvantaged communities
The Australian mining industry was promised billions of dollars in last week's federal budget to boost critical minerals such as lithium, copper and rare earth metals. This includes tax incentives, an innovation fund and money for Geoscience Australi.....»»
Saltmarshes do store carbon, but their climate impact may have been overestimated
Saltmarshes, or tidal marshes, are able to capture carbon dioxide from the atmosphere and lock it away at a far higher rate than even forests on land. This has lead to them being championed as a nature-based solution to climate change. However, our r.....»»
Burger King to launch $5 value meal
Burger King to launch $5 value meal.....»»