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Sony Dials It Back to 1979 With Original Walkman Headphones Reissue
If you ever jammed on a pair of headphones that were plugged into a Sony Walkman back in the late 70s or early 80s, they were likely the MDR-3. The lightweight, over-ear headphones shipped with the very first Walkman and served as the blueprint for highly portable personal audio for years. Not one to ignore a trend, Sony has brought them back. (Bose recently did, too.) Some people have been pushing back against wireless audio and Bluetooth headphones, opting for wired headphones instead.
Apple iPad mini (2026) vs. iPad mini (2024): Should You Pay $200 More?
Technology 7 hours ago Apple Watch Series 12 and Ultra 4 adding two new features soon 9to5Mac - Ryan Christoffel • 7h Apple Watch Series 12 and Apple Watch Ultra 4 are here, and later this year they’ll get even more powerful with two new features: Siri Recap and Live Rewind. Here are the details.
Apple iPhone duo vs. Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8: Which foldable is right for you?
Price: Closer Than You Think Only $100 separates these two folding phones, but that's not the entire story. The Apple iPhone Duo starts at $1,999. That includes 256GB of storage and 12GB of RAM. The 512GB model costs $2,199, the 1TB model costs $2,599, and the 2TB model (a first for an iPhone) costs an unbelievable $3,199. Comparatively, the base Z Fold 8 has 12GB of RAM and the same 256GB of storage for $1,899.99.
The Best Folding Phones for 2026: Apple, Google, Motorola, and Samsung
PCMag editors select and review products independently. If you buy through affiliate links, we may earn commissions, which help support our testing. Table of Contents Table of Contents The selection of foldable phones is evolving rapidly, and now you can choose between Android and iOS. Two kinds of folding phones dominate the mainstream right now: book-style models that open into small tablets and clamshell devices that fold down smaller than a deck of cards.
Apple iPhone Duo Review: The Best Foldable You Can Buy, Bar None
Apple might be late to the folding phone party, but the $1,999 iPhone Duo proves that patience pays off. Combining refined titanium hardware with exquisitely tailored software, Apple's first foldable phone delivers two phenomenal displays, category-leading battery life, and rock-solid performance thanks to its A20 Pro processor. It breaks new ground as the first iPhone with Apple Pencil support, while its 48MP Fusion cameras and loud stereo speakers deliver an exceptional multimedia experience.
I Spent a Week Testing Apple's First Folding iPhone and the Duo Wowed Me In More Ways Than One
iPhones Now What it’s like to use the iPhone Duo for a week CNN • 36m CNN's Lisa Eadicicco got to try Apple’s newest phone, the iPhone Duo, ahead of its launch. She traded her regular-sized iPhone for the company's first-ever folding phone for nearly a week. Apple provided CNN with an iPhone Duo for testing purposes.
Apple iPhone Duo Review: Late to the Fold, But Well Worth the Wait
Apple 2 hours ago First iPhone Duo reviews call Apple's foldable impressive but not perfect Cult of Mac - Ed Hardy • 2h Early reviews of the upcoming iPhone Duo are in, and the results are generally positive. But certainly not always. Apple’s first foldable iPhone is winning praise for its clever design and big inner display, but reviewers disagree about whether it is worth its $1,999 starting price.
Samsung HW-Q990H Review: The Best-Sounding Soundbar System You Can Buy Right Now
The general design of the HW-Q990H isn't much different compared with last year's model, the HW-Q990F (also $1,999.99). But in this case, that's not a bad thing because you're getting more for the same price. The soundbar, subwoofer, and rear speakers come in an unobtrusive Titan Black finish with metal grilles across the front and top. You do need to plan for the system's size.
Inside the iPhone Duo and 18 Pro Cooling System: Apple Engineers Reveal a Simple Trick
The iPhone 18 Pro and 18 Pro Max push the boundaries of what mobile phones can do, such as handling on-device Siri AI calculations and running computational photography algorithms to deliver the best possible images. When it's released on Oct. 23, the iPhone Duo promises similar capabilities, but in Apple's first-ever foldable.
Exclusive: Apple Routed a Graphite Pipe Through the iPhone Duo’s Hinge. Here’s Why
The iPhone 18 Pro and 18 Pro Max push the boundaries of what mobile phones can do, such as handling on-device Siri AI calculations and running computational photography algorithms to deliver the best possible images. When it's released on October 23, the iPhone Duo promises similar capabilities, but in Apple's first-ever foldable.
Exclusive: Apple Routed a Graphite Pipe Through the iPhone Duo’s Hinge. Here’s Why
5 hours ago Is your iPhone battery draining faster than expected? Here are five simple tips and tricks to reduce battery consumption and keep your device running longer on a single charge. When you are mostly at home or at work, it won't be hard for you to keep the battery of your iPhone charged. But during …
Best Buy's 'Techtober' Sale Is Here With Deals From Apple, Samsung, and More Top Brands
Not to be outdone by Amazon's Prime Big Deal Days, Best Buy is running its own sale with Techtober, giving you discounts on tech. We've taken the time to gather some of the biggest deals from brands like Apple and Elgato. For example, Apple's latest AirPods Max 2 headphones deliver incredible sound, making them one of the best pairs to get your hands on. They were released earlier this year, and they're already on sale.
Best Buy's "Techtober" Sale Is Here With Deals From Apple, Samsung, and More Top Brands
Not to be outdone by Amazon's Prime Big Deal Days (Oct. 6), Best Buy is running its own sale with Techtober, giving you discounts on tech. We've taken the time to gather some of the biggest deals from brands like Apple and Elgato. For example, the AirPods Max 2 are the latest headphones from Apple and deliver incredible sound that puts them out there as one of the best pairs to get your hands on.
Samsung Galaxy Tab S12 Ultra Review: Sprawling Screen, Best-in-Class Battery
Pros & Cons More than 12 hours of battery life High-quality hardware Luscious display S Pen stylus included Dust and waterproof No 5G cellular option Laptop-sized dimensions Samsung Galaxy Tab S12 Ultra Specs Name Value Operating System Android 17 Dimensions 12.9 by 8.1 by 0.20 inches Weight 1.53 lbs Screen Size 14.6 inches Screen Resolution 2,960 by 1,848 pixels CPU MediaTek Dimensity 9500 Storage Capacity 1 TB Battery Life 12 hours, 44 minutes More Specs The $1,399.99 Samsung Galaxy Tab S12...
I Tried Snap's New Specs and Wow Are They Huge
LAHAINA, Hawaii—Snap brought its Specs smart glasses to Qualcomm's Snapdragon Summit, and I had a chance to wear them for a bit. I really like the floating user interface and how easy it is to learn and navigate, but I have a hard time with the fit and feel of the smart glasses. Are these really the future? Specs, which launched last week, pack a Qualcomm processor, multiple cameras that support six degrees of freedom, waveguide displays, and don't require a nearby phone.
Snapdragon demo: I watched AI create a sound bubble around a phone
LAHAINA, Hawaii—AI is everywhere at Qualcomm's Snapdragon Summit, including the actual air! Sort of. The company had a number of AI technology demos on hand, and the one that caught my ear involved silence. We're all familiar with how noise-cancelling headphones work. They use embedded mics to capture ambient sound, then process it with algorithms to generate an inverse sound wave that cancels it out. They function the same way whether you're listening to music or making phone calls.
Snapdragon Demo: I Watched AI Create a Sound Bubble Around a Phone
LAHAINA, Hawaii—AI is everywhere at Qualcomm's Snapdragon Summit, including the actual air! Sort of. The company had a number of AI technology demos on hand, and the one that caught my ear involved silence. We're all familiar with how noise-cancelling headphones work. They use embedded mics to capture ambient sound, then process it with algorithms to generate an inverse sound wave that cancels it out. They function the same way whether you're listening to music or making phone calls.
New Qualcomm Chip for Android Phones Crushes Apple's A20 Pro in This Benchmark
LAHAINA, Hawaii—Qualcomm's latest flagship processor is already making waves, and it doesn't ship until later this year. I was able to run several tests on-site at the company's Snapdragon Summit event here in Maui, and was stunned by what I saw. At PCMag, we use benchmarking apps to showcase how phones and other devices perform. Two of the tests we run are Geekbench 6 and AnTuTu. These tests run on most devices and provide a gauge for raw speed, graphics capabilities, and more.
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After Hundreds of Battery Tests, I've Never Seen a Phone Last This Long
Here at PCMag, we don't dole out Editors' Choice awards on a whim. We rigorously test every phone to ensure it meets basic standards and push it hard on core performance metrics. We examine processor speed, cellular and Wi-Fi radio performance, audio capabilities, and, of course, battery life. This testing provides us with the hard data we need to compare each new device against its peers. Our Editors' Choice winners don't necessarily score top marks all the way across the board.
Apple's New iPhones Cost Over $1,000. Should You Really Spend That Much on a New Phone?
Apple just released two new iPhones, the 18 Pro ($1,199) and 18 Pro Max ($1,299), both of which cost $100 more than last year's devices. Google recently did the same thing with its new line of Pixel phones, as did Samsung with its Galaxy Z Fold hardware. Many of these phones already cost more than $1,000, and some stretch to over $2,000 in certain configurations. This leads me to wonder, are they really worth it? Is there a better choice? I think so.
Apple iPhone 18 Pro Max vs. Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra: Flagship phone fight
Price: An Expensive Endeavor No Matter What Neither of these phones is cheap. You're going to have to spend some serious coin whichever you pick. Apple's new iPhone 18 Pro Max starts at $1,299 for the 256GB model. Apple hasn't disclosed how much memory is inside, but it is assumed to be 12GB. If you want more storage, you're (really) going to pay for it. The 512GB model costs $1,499, the 1TB model costs $1,899, and the 2TB model costs a painful $2,499.
19 Years Ago, We Predicted the iPhone Would Lead to 'Some Insanely Great Products.' It Sure Did
Editors' Note: Welcome to our ongoing An Apple a Day series, where we’ll share Apple stories and video from our archives daily from now through late September. In addition to PCMag, this series includes pieces from our sibling sites CNET, Lifehacker, Mashable, and Popular Science. The excitement surrounding the original iPhone was electric.
Hands On With the AirPods 5: Here's What Impressed Me the Most
CUPERTINO—The most surprising thing about Apple's new AirPods 5 isn't the Live Translation or 50% better noise cancellation. No, it's the price. Apple is asking $129 for the entry-level model (UAE and Saudi Arabia pricing TBA) and just $149 for the step-up version (regional pricing TBA). The latter price is lower than its predecessor ($179), while both models add Pro-level features. This is what you call a win-win for consumers.
We've Benchmarked Dozens of Phones. The Fastest Two Aren't the Ones You'd Guess
iPhone 18 5 hours ago iPhone 18 Pro is coming: Here’s what’s new with each model 9to5Mac - Ryan Christoffel • 5h iPhone 18 Pro will be unveiled next week on September 9, with new Pro and Pro Max models debuting. Here’s what rumors say is new with each model.
The Best Gaming Tablets for 2026
17 hours ago Apple launched its next-generation M6 chip this week in the new Mac mini. But several more products will get M6 upgrades soon. Here’s the rumored release schedule for M6 Macs and iPads. Fall 2026: MacBook Pro and iMac This fall, likely in October, Apple is rumored to launch two more M6 Macs: MacBook …
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 8 Review: Svelte, Smart, and Genuinely Usable
Pros & Cons Top-tier design and build quality Outer screen gains more features Quick performance Good-enough cameras and battery life Waterproof Pricier than last year’s Flip Limited memory and storage options No zoom camera Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 8 Specs Battery Life (As Tested) 18 hours, 15 minutes Camera Resolution (Rear; Front-Facing) 50MP, 12MP; 10MP CPU Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 Dimensions 6.57 by 2.97 by 0.24 inches open, 3.37 by 2.97 by 0.52 inches closed Operating System...
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 8 vs. Z Flip 7: Is a New Hinge Worth the Upgrade?
Technology 3 hours ago Forget the Z Fold 8 Ultra — Samsung just made the Galaxy S27 a lot more exciting Android Authority - Hadlee Simons • 3h Samsung's silicon-carbon era starts now. Follow us on Google DiscoverAdd us as preferred source Samsung has pulled back the curtain on its new foldable phones, and there’s plenty to be excited about.
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 vs. Z Fold 7: Besides the New Shape, What's the Difference?
Samsung Galaxy 3 hours ago The amazing thing about Samsung’s new folding phones is their normalcy Fast Company - BY Harry McCracken • 3h After seven years of iteration, a Galaxy Z Fold is just a flagship phone that unfolds—not a weird category unto itself.
Samsung's Z Fold 8 phones pack the biggest battery upgrade in years
LONDON—It's finally here. After years of telling us, "We're looking into it," Samsung is adopting silicon-carbon technology for the batteries in the Galaxy Z 8 series. The company revealed the details this week in a media briefing ahead of its Unpacked event in London. Here's why you should care. Lithium-ion batteries are great, but they're the linchpin on which a huge percentage of consumer electronics rely.
I Tried the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8 Ultra. The Bar for Foldables Has Been Raised
Consumer Tech 1 hour ago Meet Samsung's most powerful wearables yet: Galaxy Watch 9 and Galaxy Watch Ultra 2 Android Authority - Stephen Schenck • 1h With bright new screens, big new batteries, and speedy new processors, there's a whole lot to like here.
I Didn't Quite Flip For the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 8. Here's Why
Touchscreens Now Apple is overhauling every Mac, and finally adding a touchscreen TNW - Darius Popa • 54m Apple is refreshing every Mac it makes across this autumn and next year, roughly 11 new machines. The headline act is a first for the Mac: a touchscreen with an OLED display. The quieter driver is AI, which has turned the humble Mac mini into a hot commodity. Apple spent years insisting the Mac … Science 1 hour ago Nobody Could Replicate This Unbreakable Viking Sword for 1,000 Years.
Early Prime Day Tablet Deals Are Already Live: Save Up to 50% on Apple, Samsung, and More
Most people don't use devices in neat categories anymore. Tablets, for instance, give you one screen for streaming, scrolling, reading, light work, and the occasional email you may or may not actually send. So we've rounded up the best early Prime Day tablet deals and discounts from brands we know and trust, and we will keep updating this list as new deals drop. Also worth a look: Our roundup of the best early Prime Day deals across laptops, TVs, smart home gear, and more.
We’ve Already Found the Best Early Prime Day Headphone and Earbud Deals on Apple, JBL, Sony, and More
I don't trust people who say all headphones sound the same. That's like saying all coffee tastes the same or all fries are equal. Absolutely not. A good pair makes you want to replay your favorite songs. A bad pair makes you appreciate good headphones very, very quickly. Whether you're looking for premium noise cancellation, earbuds that can survive your workouts, or headphones with enough battery life to outlast your attention span, the early Prime Day deals are already looking pretty solid.
The New Siri App in iOS 27 Will Change the iPhone Forever
Audiophiles will appreciate this welcome Apple TV update – could end up the heart of your hi-fi Although it was barely mentioned in passing during Apple's WWDC keynote address this week, the Apple TV 4K box is getting several new tricks in the …
Marshall Brings the Poise With Milton Noise-Cancelling Headphones
Marshall has a new set of headphones on deck just in time to provide the soundtrack for your summer adventures. The Milton ANC on-ear headphones are a follow-up to the Major V, which have been available for a few years. The Milton ANC builds on Major V's foundation with a host of improvements, including noise cancellation, improved comfort, and more advanced Bluetooth codecs.
The Best Kids' Headphones for 2026 in the UAE and Saudi Arabia
Why Are Wireless Headphones Better for Kids? First, avoid headphones that don't offer volume limiting, no matter what colorful patterns or popular characters are on the headband. This is a requirement to make our list due to the hearing problems that continuous loud listening can cause. Onanoff BuddyPhone Pop Fun Not every model limits volume in the same way, but our most straightforward advice is to go with Bluetooth headphones.
Motorola Razr Ultra vs. Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 7: Is One of These Flip Phones More Sensible Than the Other?
12 hours ago Plus, get $100 off the Acer Nitro V gaming laptop and $400 off the Eufy E25 robot vacuum. Right now, you can score almost 40% off the Ring Outdoor Stick Up camera. You can also take advantage of a nice $100 discount on Acer's Nitro V gaming laptop. Finally, get a record-low price on the Eufy E25 …
Bose Drops Revised 'Lifestyle Ultra' Smart Speaker, Soundbar, Subwoofer
Bose has completely redesigned its core home audio products, updated its mobile app, and at the same time set a new course for its path to your home theater. You can assemble the Lifestyle Ultra Smart Speaker, Soundbar, and Subwoofer in multiple configurations to suit your home music needs or home theater preferences. All three are available for preorder today and reach stores on May 15. Here's what you need to know before hitting that button.
Bose Drops Revised 'Lifestyle Ultra' Smart Speaker, Soundbar, Subwoofer
10 hours ago Today, Bose is debuting its all-new Lifestyle Collection speaker lineup. The versatile collection of speakers can be used on their own or in tandem as a sort home theater meets whole home audio setup, complete with AirPlay, Google Cast, and Alexa+ built-in. Bose debuts Lifestyle Ultra …
Motorola Razr Ultra vs. Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 7: Which Flip Phone Should You Pocket?
8 hours ago It might not be perfect, but the Razr Fold stands out for me in ways that the Fold 7 doesn't. While I recently decided to take a break from foldables, I have to admit that the Galaxy Fold remains one of my favorite product lines in the foldable space. Between its high-end specs and polished …
Motorola Razr Fold vs. Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 7: Can Moto Compete?
1 day ago By April 29, 2026 12:11 pm EST While we aren't expecting new foldable phones from Samsung and Google until later this summer and fall, Motorola is getting the ball rolling early with an updated portfolio of bendy Razr handsets, including its first book-style foldable. The Motorola Razr Fold was first …
What's the Best iPhone to Buy in 2026 in the UAE and Saudi Arabia?
When Is the New iPhone Coming Out? The iPhone 17 line launched in September 2025, which means the iPhone 18 is likely to arrive in September or October 2026. The iPhone 17e just arrived in March 2026. Now is a great time to buy an iPhone. Which Is the Most Powerful iPhone? Apple introduces faster and more powerful iPhones every year. A faster processor is better if you play a lot of games, surf image-heavy web pages, or shoot high-resolution video. Apple's most powerful iPhones are the Pro models.
Samsung Galaxy S26 vs. S26+ vs. S26 Ultra: Which Samsung Flagship Is Right for You?
10 hours ago I have a bad feeling about this. The Samsung Galaxy S26 has barely been on store shelves for a month, and already rumors about the Galaxy S27 series are swirling. According to the latest report, next year’s Galaxy S lineup will welcome a new “Pro” model. Assuming this is true, that means we’ll have …
Samsung Galaxy S26 vs. Google Pixel 10: We Tested Both and It's a Close Call
1 day ago Using Samsung's texting app on your Galaxy phone? Get ready to move to something else, like Google Messages. Samsung is telling users that it's time to move on from its Messages app to Google Messages: Samsung's app will be discontinued in July after years of the company no longer preinstalling it …
Samsung Galaxy S26 vs. Apple iPhone 17: The Definitive Flagship Face-Off
1 day ago There’s no shortage of rumors about iPhone 18 Pro and iPhone Fold, but surprisingly little has been reported about Apple’s other upcoming flagships. However, new leaks detail what to expect from iPhone 18 and iPhone Air 2’s design and launch timing. iPhone 18: Same Dynamic Island, minimal design …
Apple AirPods Max 2
Apple's $549 AirPods Max 2 arrive more than five years after the originals, and while they don’t reinvent the formula, they refine it in all the right ways. The headline upgrade is active noise cancellation (ANC), which now edges out top rivals from Bose and Sony, alongside smarter features like Conversation Awareness and Transparency that feel a step ahead of the competition.
Sonos Play
The $299 Sonos Play slots in between the Roam 2 ($179) and the Move 2 ($499) in the company's lineup of portable speakers in both size and price. It benefits from the Move 2's rich feature set, which includes support for both Bluetooth and Wi-Fi streaming, long battery life, and exciting sound, while adding extras like a waterproof design and a lanyard. It combines all this in a compact package that's easy to move around your home and bring on your adventures.
Samsung's Galaxy A57, A37 See $50 Price Increases Over Last Year's Phones
Mere weeks after announcing the Galaxy S26 range at Unpacked, Samsung is back with two midrange devices set to take on the Google Pixel 10a, iPhone 17e, Nothing Phone 4a, and more. There’s not a huge amount of change on the Galaxy A57 or Galaxy A37 compared with Samsung's last-gen phones (the A56 and A36), first announced in March 2025. Instead, the brand has tweaked the designs and added up-to-date specs, software upgrades, and other minor improvements.
Samsung Galaxy S26+
The Galaxy S26+ ($1,099.99) is the mid-sized option in Samsung's latest collection of Android phones. Like the smaller S26 ($899.99), it forgoes the Privacy Display of the S26 Ultra ($1,299.99), but includes the larger phone's design, cameras, AI tools, and radio package. It's the battery leader of the bunch, is just as fast, and has equally sharp cameras.
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