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Galaxy S26 lineup arrives with up to $200 preorder perks

Samsung announced the Galaxy S26, S26 Plus, and S26 Ultra, with preorders open ahead of a March 11 launch. Prices start at $899.99 for the S26, $1,099.99 for the S26 Plus, and $1,299.99 for the S26 Ultra (256GB base on the Ultra). Retailer promos vary: Amazon and Best Buy offer gift cards or discounts (up to $200 on Ultra; $100–$200 on other models depending on storage), Samsung is also offering preorder credits, and major carriers (Verizon, AT&T, T-Mobile) are running bill-credit promos including free devices with trade-ins. The S26 family features a privacy display on the Ultra, AI features via Qualcomm’s Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 and Gemini, and larger batteries across the lineup (6.3–6.9-inch displays; 4,000–5,000mAh). Preorders are available from Samsung, Amazon, and Best Buy.

via The Verge|

#gadgets #galaxy-s26 #gift-cards

technology13 hours ago•3 min saved

Android's Hidden Notification History Lets You Revisit Missed Alerts

An Android user discovered a built-in feature called Notification history that logs every alert after you enable it, allowing you to view and recover notifications you previously cleared (like banking alerts or verification codes). To enable, go to Settings > Notifications > Notification history (on some devices you may find it under Advanced notification settings). The history shows the app and timestamp, and can also help you identify apps that flood your alerts.

via supercarblondie.com|

#android #android-phone #gadgets

gadgets23 hours ago•16 min saved

Honor’s AI-Powered Robot Phone Sparks Buzz—But It Might Just Be a Concept

Honor teased a Robot Phone with a motorized camera head that can “see,” “hear,” and interact using AI-driven features, showcased in a promotional video that appears AI-generated. The concept envisions playful, sentient-like interactions (lullabies, outfit critiques, peek-a-boo) and stabilized video, but the piece questions whether such a device is feasible or ready for mass production, citing durability, battery life, and practicality concerns. Even if real, the device may remain a concept, while Honor doubles down on real hardware at MWC 2026 with the Magic V6 foldable,

via Gizmodo|

#ai #gadgets #gimbal-camera

gadgets2 days ago•16 min saved

Apple Bets on Visual Intelligence, but It Might Not Be Groundbreaking

Bloomberg reports Apple plans to weave Visual Intelligence (computer vision) into a wave of upcoming devices—AirPods with cameras, first-gen smart glasses, and an AI pendant—to give gadgets “sight,” enable item recognition and navigation cues, and prompt actions. Critics argue the vision tech mirrors what’s already in Meta’s glasses, may be unreliable, and its everyday usefulness remains uncertain as rollout is not expected before late 2026 at the earliest.

via Gizmodo|

#ai #apple #computer-vision

gadgets2 days ago•45 min saved

Nothing Phone 4A reveals brighter Glyph Bar rear lighting

Nothing revealed a rear render of the Phone 4A, showcasing a new Glyph Bar lighting strip to the right of the triple camera. The bar uses nine mini-LEDs (presented as seven square lights: six white and one red) and Nothing says it’s about 40% brighter than the Phone 3A’s lights with a “natural, bleed-free glow.” The company hasn’t shared full specs or pricing yet, but the phone will run a Snapdragon chip and is expected to launch on March 5; Nothing’s Carl Pei has said there won’t be a Phone 4 this year, so the Phone 3 remains the flagship for now.

via The Verge|

#gadgets #glyph-bar #nothing

technology5 days ago•38 min saved

Winter 2026 Tech Roundup: High-End Audio, Smart Gear, and Studio-Grade Innovations

A rolling roundup of 2026 gadget and hi‑fi releases across audio gear, speakers, turntables, headphones, cameras, and smart devices from brands like Analog Relax, Pro-Ject, Sony, JBL, Ikea, LG, Marantz, and more, with prices and availability noted.

via Gear Patrol|

#audio #gadgets #hi-fi

gadgets6 days ago•17 min saved

Nintendo Turns Mario Into Wooden Blocks With a Playful App Twist

Nintendo is debuting My Mario wooden block sets (30-piece for $150 or 3-piece for $30) that are Amiibo-compatible for Switch games, along with a free Hello, Mario app for Android and iPadOS that lets kids poke and spin a squashable Mario head and add effects. The line also includes Mario-themed rattles and blankets, and the toys are designed to be age-appropriate while encouraging use with existing Switch titles. The products arrive in the US and Europe starting February 19, 2026, with in-store availability in Nintendo’s physical stores (online availability unclear).

via Gizmodo|

#amiibo #gadgets #hello-mario-app

gadgets7 days ago•16 min saved

Apple’s AI Pendant Leaves Processing to iPhone, Echoing Humane’s Concept

Bloomberg sources say Apple is developing an iPhone-dependent AI pendant worn on clothing, with a camera for computer vision and a Siri-enabled microphone (and possibly a speaker); it would offload most processing to the iPhone, making it lighter in on-device power. The device mirrors Humane’s AI Pin but reportedly won’t do much on its own. Apple is also reportedly developing smart glasses with dual cameras and AI features, tightly integrated with the iPhone, though both projects are still early and release timing is unclear.

via Gizmodo|

#ai-pendant #apple #gadgets

gadgets8 days ago•17 min saved

Apple's Colorful, Budget MacBook Aimed for March 4 Debut

Rumors claim Apple will unveil a colorful, affordable MacBook powered by the A18 Pro at its March 4 event, potentially priced well below the $999 MacBook Air, aided by a new manufacturing process for faster aluminum shells; additional Mac and iPad updates are expected later in the year.

via Gizmodo|

#a18-pro #apple #gadgets

tech8 days ago•56 min saved

Purse Computer: turning a foldable phone into a light workstation

A Verge writer tests Samsung’s Galaxy Z Fold 7 as a portable workstation by pairing it with a slim travel keyboard (Logitech Keys 2 Go) and a kickstand case, dubbing the setup “Purse Computer.” The piece walks through the evolving workflow, including workarounds for app windows and Slack in Chrome, and notes tradeoffs like poorer battery life and occasional app quirks. It’s pitched as a convenient laptop substitute for short trips, not a full-day replacement.

via The Verge|

#foldable-phones #gadgets #hands-on

tech9 days ago•3 min saved

Work-party iPhone prize backfires as box hides tiles and chocolate

A hospital boss staged a year-end party prank by awarding a winner an iPhone 17 Pro Max, but the opened box contained ceramic tiles and chocolate instead of the phone, prompting the winner to demand a public apology amid online backlash.

via supercarblondie.com|

#gadgets #iphone #iphone-17-pro-max

gadgets9 days ago•39 min saved

Old but gold: Apple’s first-gen AirTag remains a solid deal on Presidents Day

Apple’s first-gen AirTag remains a precise find-my tracker thanks to the Find My network and UWB; with Presidents Day discounts, a four-pack runs about $64 and a single tag around $17, making it a solid value for iPhone users, though it lacks the second-gen’s upgraded features and louder speaker.

via The Verge|

#airtag #apple #deals

technology10 days ago•6 min saved

This Week’s Hottest Gadget Drops: Premium Turntables, Earbuds, and Hi‑Fi Upgrades

Gear Patrol rounds up the past week’s notable gadget releases across audio and home tech, highlighting premium turntables, flagship wireless earbuds, high-end preamps and integrated amps, affordable Atmos-enabled sound systems, and new studio monitors and subwoofers—from Teac’s turquoise TN-400BTX/TB to Sony’s WF-1000XM6, MoFi UltraPhono Pro, Majority Bowfell Halo Atmos, Ultrafide Enso INT-125, Mophie Gallery Edition Powerstation, JBL 4369, Arendal 1610, Dali V-16 F, and Noble Spectre.

via Gear Patrol|

#audio-gear #gadgets #hi-fi

technology10 days ago•7 min saved

Presidents' Day Wishlist: 7 Home-Office Gadgets I'm Eyeing for 2026

Senior ZDNET editor Allison Murray shares her Presidents' Day home-office wishlist, detailing seven gadgets she plans to buy to boost comfort and productivity: a Logitech Pop Wireless Mechanical Keyboard ($80) to replace her Apple Magic Keyboard; an adjustable laptop stand ($30) for better eye level; Gunnar blue-light glasses ($39) to reduce eye strain; a Rocketbook reusable notebook ($30) to digitize notes; an Epson Workforce Pro printer ($135) for wireless printing; a LapGear lap desk ($40) for couch work; and an Ember Smart Cup ($88) to keep coffee warm. She notes these picks reflect her evolution since going full-time remote in 2019 and aim to upgrade her setup during Presidents' Day deals.

via ZDNET|

#ergonomics #gadgets #home-office

gadgets10 days ago•37 min saved

iBuyPower prebuilt gaming PCs go on Presidents Day sale with high-end Ryzen 7 options

The Verge highlights Presidents Day deals on two iBuyPower pre-built gaming desktops: the Element 9 Pro R07 is discounted to $1,899 (from $2,149) and features an AMD Ryzen 7 7800X3D, Radeon 9070 XT GPU, 32GB DDR6 RAM, 2TB NVMe, a tempered glass case, 850W PSU, and a three-year labor plus two-year parts warranty with a bundled keyboard and mouse; the Slate is $2,099.99 at Best Buy, with similar high-end AMD CPU/GPU specs, 32GB DDR5 RAM, 2TB NVMe, a liquid cooling system, and a one-year warranty. Both are positioned as ready-made alternatives to building a PC.

via The Verge|

#deals #gadgets #gaming-desktops