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Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra vs iPhone 16 Pro Max: Which Flagship Reigns Supreme
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In this read we have compared the all new Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra with the iPhone 16 Pro Max and gone over their different aspects including design, build, display, cameras, performance and battery life. This way you can learn which is the right device to pick for yourself.
Every New Galaxy AI Feature in Samsung Galaxy S25 Series
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With the release of the Galaxy S25 series. Samsung has introduced a bunch of new Galaxy AI features that have come out with these new devices and in this read, we go through each of them one of these AI functionalities one by one.
Samsung Galaxy S25, S25+, S25 Ultra Colors: Which Should You Pick?
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Samsung has released the S25 series which includes the S25, S25+ and the S25 Ultra. All these devices come in four new colors options, and in this post, we have detailed all the new colors and discussed the one's the we liked.
Samsung Announces Galaxy S25, S25+ and S25 Ultra at Unpacked 2025
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Samsung has released their new Galaxy S25 series which includes three phones in the lineup including the base Galaxy S25, the S25+ and the S25 Ultra. The phone will feature the latest Snapdragon 8 Elite processor, and will come with One UI 7 based on Android 15 with up to 7 years of updates and several new Galaxy AI features.
You Can Now Cross-Post Your WhatsApp Status on Facebook & Instagram
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WhatsApp is introducing a feature to share status updates directly to Facebook and Instagram. This will be done through the Account Center, where you can now link your WhatsApp account along with Facebook and Instagram profiles. However, this feature will be optional and won't affect end-to-end encryption.
Your Netflix Subscription Is About to Get More Expensive in 2025
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Netflix has announced price hikes across all popular plans in the US, Canada, Portugal, and Argentina, effective with the next billing cycle. The ad-supported tier has seen its first price hike since 2022, with a new Extra Member with Ads plan also being introduced.
Samsung’s 2025 Foldable Lineup Could Include Four Devices, Including a Triple-Fold
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Samsung is preparing to launch four new foldable phones, including a triple-folding device, in 2025. The triple-folding phone will have a 9.9 or 10-inch display, a G-style mechanism, and a thickness of around 15mm. The company could produce 200,000 units of this experimental device for a Q3 release.
One UI 7 Supported Devices: Will Your Samsung Phone Get It?
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The One UI 7 update, based on Android 15, will soon be available for Samsung devices. The new update brings significant changes to Notifications, Quick Settings, Lock screen, AI, and more. Eligible devices include Samsung smartphones and tablets released within the last two years, particularly the S and Z series, as well as select A and M series models.
TikTok Avoids the Axe, Courtesy of a Last-Minute save by Trump
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TikTok was temporarily banned in the US but thanks to President Trump's intervention that extended the deadline for ByteDance to find a new buyer. The platform has since returned online, with a message thanking Trump for his efforts.
X Jumps on TikTok Uncertainty with a Dedicated Short-Form Video Feed
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X has launched a dedicated video feed in the US, following the uncertainty surrounding TikTok. The feed is accessible via a new button and features short-form videos similar to TikTok and Instagram Reels. This feature could be a move to boost video content on the platform and attract users who may be considering switching from TikTok.
Bluesky Is Adding a New Custom Videos Feed to Attract TikTok Users
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Bluesky has introduced a short-form video feed called "Trending Videos," which allows users to scroll through short form videos and like, comment, and reshare them. The feed is available on the Bluesky app for Android and iOS, and users can access it by tapping the search icon and selecting "Discover" option.
Instagram Unveils “Edits”, a Video Editing App to Rival CapCut
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Meta released Edits, a video editing app, after TikTok's ban in the US. The app offers a suite of creative tools, including a separate tab for inspirations, draft sharing, and watermark-free exports. Edits is free at launch and will be available for iOS first, with Android support coming later. But you can preorder the app now.
This Upcoming Feature Could Just be Instagram’s Solution to Toxic Comments
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Instagram is testing a dislike comment option. The feature looks like a downward arrow icon between the like and comment options, similar to Reddit's downvote button. It could be exclusive to creators, allowing them to hide harsh comments from others, but its details are still unclear.
Instagram is introducing a rectangular grid style for profile pages, replacing the traditional square grid. This change helps to showcase vertical content, but has upset some users who designed their profiles around the square layout.
The upcoming Android 16 update may bring an improved multitasking experience, with a 90:10 ratio in split screen mode, similar to OnePlus' Open Canvas feature. This would allow users to enlarge one app and keep another open, making it easier to use on smaller devices and focus on a single app.
Meet Flashes, An Upcoming Bluesky Photo-Sharing App Set to Rival Instagram
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Flashes is an upcoming app based on Bluesky's AT Protocol, allowing users to share photos and videos. Developed by Sebastian Vogelsang, it will offer a new entry point for those who enjoy browsing Instagram but don't consider themselves "Twitter People." The app will be free at launch, with potential subscription-based services in the future.
Gmail has introduced a new "Insert" option in Gemini-generated replies, allowing users to easily add AI-generated text to their message drafts. This feature, available in the latest version of the Gmail app. It saves time by eliminating the need to copy and paste text.
How to Make and Use Discord Stickers
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Discord offers the ability to add stickers to servers you're part of, and they're different from Discord emojis, in case you're confused. These stickers can be static as well as animated in nature, and server owners can add 5 custom stickers for free. The following guide will help you create, add, remove, and manage stickers in a Discord server.
WhatsApp has introduced new features to enhance user experience. These include selfie stickers, customizable backgrounds and effects for regular photos and videos, quick reactions with double-tap functionality, and sharing of sticker collections. These features are now rolling out for all users.
How to Add and Assign Roles in Discord
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Discord allows you to create new roles for your server and assign them to any of your trusted or new members from the Role settings. To create a new role, go to Server settings > Roles > Create Role and make adjustment according to your preferences. The steps will be similar for the mobile app version as well.
HDMI 2.2: Everything You Need to Know
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HDMI 2.2 was recently announced at CES 2025 and here, we're discussing everything there is to know about the new standard, including key highlights, differences compared to the previous iteration, and whether you should upgrade to it or not.
Stuck in a Game? Google’s Circle to Search Could Soon Help with That
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Google is expanding its Circle to Search capability with a new Get Game Help feature. This will allow users to bring up Circle to Search, and use it to reverse image search a screenshot of your current game screen. However, it brings up a lot of questions related to its functionality and how effective it will be in practical use.
How to Delete YouTube History
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In this guide, we have discussed how you can delete your YouTube watch history on the desktop website and the mobile app. We have also laid out steps to pause your YouTube watch history, set up auto delete and visit Incognito mode on the app for a similar effect.
TerraMaster F8 SSD Plus Review: A Blazing-Fast NAS Storage
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The TerraMaster F8 SSD Plus is a compact, high-performance NAS device with a 10GbE LAN port and support for up to 64TB of M.2 SSD storage. The device features a user-friendly interface, easy setup, and efficient cooling system. It's a great option for those seeking a reliable and fast storage solution.
How to Delete a Discord Server
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No longer wish to continue having your server, then you can go ahead and delete it. It is a surprisingly easy process and to do it, you need to go to your server settings, then head to Delete Server, and enter your server name. Once that's done, Discord will permanently remove your server from their end.
OnePlus 13R Review: A Safe Bet, But Is It Enough?
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The OnePlus 13R is the new midrange flagship device from the company featuring a 6.78 inch 1.5K display, with 120Hz refresh rate, Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 Processor, UFS 4.0 Storage, a large 6,000 mAh battery capacity and a triple camera setup with a new 50MP telephoto camera.
WhatsApp Testing Dedicated AIs Tab for Quicker Access to Meta AI Chatbots
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WhatsApp is working on a dedicated AI tab, replacing the Communities option, with a variety of AI personas in categories like Popular and Pop Culture. This feature, called AI Studio, aims to make conversations more interesting. The tab is currently in Beta and will be available at a later date.
Meta Set to Allow More Political Content on Instagram and Threads
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Instagram head Adam Mosseri has confirmed that users will start receiving political recommendations starting this week in the U.S. and then globally following the new policies from Meta. This change aims to give creators a better reach and provide more content options for users who want it.
This New WhatsApp Feature Could Make Polls Even More Engaging
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WhatsApp's latest beta version 2.25.1.17 for Android introduces the ability to add photos to channel polls. This feature allows admins to make polls more engaging and easy to understand. The feature is limited to beta users as of now, it will soon be available for everyone and also be integrated into group chats.
Samsung is introducing a subscription plan for their Galaxy devices, allowing customers to rent or subscribe to phones and tablets with Galaxy AI integration. This plan includes maintenance and is a cheaper alternative to buying a device outright. The plan will be released alongside the Ballie companion robot in Korea.
Instagram mistakenly blocked LGBTQ-related content from teenage users due to misclassified search terms. The issue was resolved after UserMag reached out to Meta, the platform's parent company. This incident comes at the time when Meta is trying to relax censorship and restrictions on Facebook and Instagram.
Meta Shifts to Community-Based Fact-Checking, Echoing X’s Model
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Facebook and Instagram will transition away from independent fact-checkers and towards community notes, similar to X. The decision is taken because of the alleged bias among fact-checkers, particularly in the US. This move has raised concerns among independent fact-checkers and experts.
CES 2025: Razer’s Project Ava AI Aims to Help You Get Better at Gaming
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Razer's Project Ava is a gaming AI copilot that analyzes gameplay and provides suggestions to improve skills. It takes photos of the screen, identifies patterns, and offers tips in real-time. Razer is committed to delivering this project and is working on it to make it available for everyone soon.
CES 2025: Movano’s New EvieAI Chatbot Can Be Your Next Medical Assistant
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Movano's new smart ring, EvieAI, offers reliable health advice using post-training on 100,000 medical journals. The AI chatbot is 99% accurate and follows encryption methods to protect user data. EvieAI will roll out to current Evie Ring users on January 8th.
OnePlus 13 Review: Refining a Winning Formula
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In this read, we have reviewed the OnePlus 13 which features a quad-curved 2K 120Hz AMOLED display, ultrasonic in-display fingerprint, and stereo speakers. It's powered by the Snapdragon 8 Elite chipset with 12/16/24GB of RAM and 256GB/512GB/1TB storage. The phone boasts a 6,000mAh battery, 50MP triple-camera setup, and OxygenOS 15 based on Android 15.
CES 2025: AMD Shares First Look at Radeon RX 9070 XT and RX 9070 RDNA 4 GPUs
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AMD has announced its new Radeon RX 9070 series graphics cards, featuring RDNA 4 architecture and FSR 4 upscaling technology. The cards will be available in the first quarter of 2025, but details on performance and comparisons to competitors' offerings are still unknown.
AMD Announces Fire Range Laptop Chips and Ryzen AI Max at CES 2025
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AMD has unveiled three new series of mobile processors: Ryzen AI Max, Fire Range, and Ryzen Z2. The Ryzen AI Max features a powerful integrated GPU, while the Fire Range and Ryzen 9 9950X3D offer improved performance with dedicated graphics cards. There's also the new Z2 Extreme chips with higher TDP and the RDNA 3.5 based GPUs.
CES 2025: L’Oréal’s Latest Beauty Tech Takes the Guesswork Out of Skincare
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L'Oréal announced Cell BioPrint in CES 2025, a device that analyzes skin and offers personalized skincare treatments. It works by scanning a face strip and photos, then provides tailored advice on ingredients and skin health.
CES 2025: SwitchBot K20+ Is a Modular Robot Vacuum That Does More than Just Cleaning
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The SwitchBot Multitasking Robot K20+ is a robot vacuum that can transform into a home monitoring solution, mobile air purifier, delivery bot, and more. Equipped with D-ToF Lidar Navigation and dual laser detection, it maps homes and avoids collisions. This is the first modular robot vacuum cleaner and the company has opened up the modules for third parties.
Samsung has unveiled its new TV lineup for 2025 at CES 2025. The lineup includes the Frame Pro TV with a Neo QLED panel, the Neo QLED 8K QN990F with advanced AI-powered features, and other models like the S95F flagship TV and micro LED models.
CES 2025: Halliday’s Smart Glasses Combine Display and AI in a New Way
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Halliday Glasses are a new smart eyewear product that combines a near-display screen with an onboard AI assistant. The AI actively listens to conversations and can perform tasks like language translation, live directions, and voice-to-text transcription. The glasses are being showcased at CES 2025 and will be available in Q1 2025 for $399-$499.
CES 2025: Withings Showcases Omnia, a Body-Scanning Smart Mirror with AI
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Withings has unveiled Omnia, a smart home mirror that performs a 360-degree body scan, measures weight and EKG, and tracks body composition. The AI-powered mirror provides health metrics and provides guidance with the help of an AI voice assistant and even sends data to medical professionals.