The Motorola Rizr shows why rollable phones are still a terrible idea
You know that fun rollable Motorola Rizr phone? It's a cool concept for a trade show, but I doubt it'll ever be anything more than that. Here's why......»»
An all-glass MacBook? Here’s what Apple thinks it would look like
A new Apple patent shows ideas for a MacBook-like device with a glass housing, complete with a virtual keyboard and trackpad......»»
Study reveals oyster reefs once thrived along Europe"s coasts—now they"re gone
Oysters once formed extensive reefs along much of Europe's coastline—but these complex ecosystems were destroyed over a century ago, new research shows. The paper, published in the journal Nature Sustainability, is titled "Records reveal the vast h.....»»
Doctor suggests regulating phones like smoking to curb addiction
As attention around smartphone and social media addiction grows, so does the need to do something about it. One doctor has suggested an extreme action......»»
Ransomware activity shows no signs of slowing down
Ransomware attacks have seen a significant resurgence, disrupting multiple sectors and affecting global supply chains. Despite efforts to disrupt major ransomware groups, incidents continue to rise, signaling an ongoing and growing threat into 2024......»»
Apple Podcasts auto-generated transcripts now available in more languages
Apple this year introduced auto-generated transcripts to its Podcasts app, so that users could follow real-time transcripts of shows available on Apple Podcasts. Now the company is expanding auto-generated transcripts to more languages. more….....»»
Solid electrolyte composed of nanoparticles shows promise for all-solid-state batteries
Often overlooked, rechargeable batteries play an important part in contemporary life, powering small devices like smartphones to larger ones like electric vehicles. The keys to creating sustainable rechargeable batteries include having them hold thei.....»»
Bacteria-derived enzyme shows potential for polyethylene biodegradation
Every year, 400 million tons of plastic products are produced worldwide, half of which are single-use items discarded within a year. In particular, non-biodegradable plastic waste, which takes over 500 years to decompose naturally, is mostly treated.....»»
Pair your new Prime Day TV purchase with this $78 soundbar deal
Amazon Are you tired of hearing your favorite movies and shows through your TV’s lackluster speakers? Maybe it’s time to start thinking about a soundbar. Fortunately, in the lead-up to Amazon’s two-day event (October 8-9), we’ve been seeing a.....»»
New materials and techniques show promise for microelectronics and quantum technologies
As phones and computers shrink in size, our need for data storage and transfer is growing. Electronic devices have been powered by semiconductors for decades, but as the push to miniaturize continues, there's a limit to how small semiconductors can b.....»»
Hurricane Helene Shows How Broken the US Insurance System Is
Many homeowners in North Carolina won’t be insured against flooding or landslides due to the fragmented way in which disasters are covered......»»
Your Wear OS smartwatch could soon get RCS texting
RCS texting is a huge convenience on Android phones. Now, it looks like it could come soon to Wear OS smartwatches......»»
Q&A: Researchers examine link between light pollution and interest in astronomy
Picture walking outside on a dark, cloudless evening. You look up to admire the stars—maybe even a planet, if you're lucky—and a sense of wonder washes over you. New research from the University of Washington shows this might be more than a memor.....»»
3 underrated shows on Amazon Prime Video you need to watch in October
The three underrated shows on Amazon Prime Video you need to watch in October 2024 include some hidden gems, from British sitcom to true crime......»»
Bottlenose dolphins "smile" at each other while playing, research shows
Dolphins are extremely playful, but little is known about how they—and other marine mammals—communicate during playtime. New research published October 2 in the journal iScience shows that bottlenose dolphins (Tursiops truncates) use the "open mo.....»»
The best Motorola phones in 2024: Which one should you buy?
Looking to buy a Motorola smartphone? Not sure which one to get? You've come to the right place! Here are the best Motorola phones available in 2024......»»
The new Motorola ThinkPhone 25 comes with five years of updates
Motorola has announced its latest smartphone, the ThinkPhone 25 which seems to be aimed more towards business users. The post The new Motorola ThinkPhone 25 comes with five years of updates appeared first on Phandroid. There are many smart.....»»
One-minute phone breaks could help keep students more focused in class and better in tests
Phones can be useful tools in classrooms to remind students of deadlines or encourage more exchange between students and teachers. At the same time, they can be distracting. Students report using their phones for non-academic purposes as often as 10.....»»
The new Photographic Styles are already my favorite iPhone 16 feature
iPhone 16 may not seem like a huge upgrade compared to the previous generation, but the new phones come with some cool tricks. For instance, Apple has revamped the Photographic Styles feature, and the new version has already become my favorite part o.....»»
Could Samsung Ditch Small Phones Entirely?
We may no longer see a base-version Galaxy S26 model. The post Could Samsung Ditch Small Phones Entirely? appeared first on Phandroid. It’s no secret that Samsung has remained as one of the last few Android OEMs to launch compact-siz.....»»
Save up to $80 with the Samsung Galaxy S24!
The base model Galaxy S24 is on offer right now at Amazon. The post Save up to $80 with the Samsung Galaxy S24! appeared first on Phandroid. As far as Samsung phones are concerned, you can’t go wrong with the Galaxy S24 series –.....»»