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Xiaomi dropped a new charger. Yes, another one. You’re probably thinking, great, another plastic brick. But hold on a second. This one actually uses GaN—Gallium Nitride, if you want the nerdy term. Basically, they swapped silicon for something better. And it’s tiny. They’ve dropped a 45W Mini GaN Charger. That’s actually a huge deal for travelers. Honestly, I’m sick of carrying heavy chargers that get hot enough to cook an egg. This fixes that. Or at least, it’s supposed to. It’s practical, I suppose.

Google is expanding its cross-platform file-sharing functionality to more Android devices, allowing them to transfer files to iPhones via the AirDrop protocol. In the coming days, Pixel 9, Pixel 9 Pro, Pixel 9 Pro XL, and Pixel 9 Pro Fold models will support AirDrop via Quick Share. This move builds on a plan Google first shared last year. At that time, the tool was only available on the newer Pixel 10 series. Now, more Pixel users will get it too.

It’s always a cat-and-mouse game when it comes to malware and cybersecurity. Nowadays, a new chapter shows that the malware landscape is becoming increasingly serious. According to security researchers, there is a worrying update to the Predator spyware. A recent report says the software can now secretly use an iPhone’s camera or microphone without showing the usual privacy warning lights.

A specifications table popped up recently claiming to reveal Samsung’s entire Galaxy S26 lineup. Ice Universe jumped on it fast—he spotted errors scattered throughout, so this definitely isn’t an official release. That said, leaks usually land somewhere near reality even when individual numbers miss the mark.

It’s official, folks: Xiaomi is entirely dropping the “16” in its T-series lineup. I’ve been tracking the leaks for months, and the Xiaomi 17T Pro has finally surfaced in the GSMA database. This confirms what many of us suspected—a generational jump designed to align Xiaomi’s branding directly with Apple’s current naming conventions. Honestly? It’s a smart marketing move. It positions their latest mid-flagship right alongside the competition in search results and retail shelves.

WhatsApp is where most of our daily talks happen. Chats with friends, work updates, photos, and even bank alerts all go through it. This makes it a key target for fraud or spying. Keeping it safe is not hard , but it does need care. A few built-in tools can block most risks if turned on and used well. Here are six key WhatsApp settings that help protect your account, with steps to activate each one. Two-step verification slaps on a secret PIN you need whenever your number pops up on a new device.

All of a sudden, Apple revealed it is holding a special event on March 4. The brand invites us for a special “Apple Experience,” and it will be available across New York, London, and Shanghai, scheduled to start at 9 AM ET/2 PM GMT/10 PM CST. Unfortunately, we don’t know if there will be any kind of special live stream for this event. We can’t discard a simple press release with new product launches, among them, one strong candidate is the iPhone 17e.

Google says it blocked more than 1.75 million policy-violating apps from reaching the Play Store in 2025, relying on expanded AI review systems and stricter front-end checks. The company also banned over 80,000 developer accounts linked to attempts to distribute harmful software, underscoring the ongoing pressure on the Android ecosystem.

We’re living amidst dark times in the realm of technology, when it comes to the price of hardware. With the AI strongholds demanding more and more components like RAM, the demand becomes high. As a result, the prices have been skyrocketing for certain memory pieces that compose our favorite gadgets. According to reports, smartphones won’t be an exception for much longer, and users will soon experience price hikes in this segment.

OpenAI dropped news last week that’ll change how millions interact with ChatGPT. They’re rolling out ads for free and Go-tier users across the United States. If you’re paying for Plus, Pro, Business, Enterprise, or Education subscriptions, nothing changes. Everyone else? You’re about to see sponsored content mixed into your conversations.