Apple Stores Bringing Back Dedicated Genius Bars
Apple is redesigning its retail stores with dedicated Genius Bars returning, new pickup counters, and overhauled Avenue sections, per Bloomberg.
Sony Rolls Out Android 17 to Five Xperia Phones
Xperia 1 VIII, 1 VII, 1 VI, 10 VIII, and 10 VII are getting Android 17 with Desktop mode, new camera tools, and expanded customization.
Samsung Gallery Drops OneDrive Sync on Sept. 30
After September 30, Samsung Gallery will stop backing up photos to OneDrive. Your photos stay, but you need to switch to a direct backup method.
Android's AI Agent Security Cage Is Built — and Empty
Google added a restricted permission for AI agents on Android. The infrastructure works. No third-party agents have moved in.
Federighi: iPhone Duo Isn't Replacing the iPad
Apple's software chief told MKBHD the Duo and iPad will coexist — though he admits iPad Mini users might find the Duo fills the gap.
Motorola Teases Its First Wide Foldable Phone
Motorola teased a wide-format foldable in a Razr-themed video — timed to Apple's iPhone Duo launch week. No specs, no name, but a clear message.
Verizon Wants to Stop Subsidizing Your Phone
New CEO Dan Schulman told investors he wants to end device deals. If Verizon follows through, your next flagship phone gets more expensive.
Galaxy S27 Pro and Ultra Getting M16 OLED Panels
Samsung's biggest OLED upgrade in three years. The Galaxy S27 Pro and Ultra will reportedly move to M16 panels — and every S27 model gets LTPO.