When you think of the summer, you probably think of long, lazy days in the sun, time on the beach, or exciting vacations away. But you probably don’t think about impending smartphone launches — which is where normal, decent people diverge from the average tech obsessive. So, while you’re having a lovely time in the bright sun, spare a thought for those of us locked indoors, watching keynote speeches and product announcements to make sure that you can keep up with the hottest new releases.

6 phones coming out in summer 2024 we can’t wait for

Imagine you’re swiping through your iPhone, and suddenly, it starts to take action by itself—opening apps, typing messages, and making calls. If this rings a bell, then you might be facing the infamous “Ghost Touch Issue”. Though it is a common issue, it can be a serious headache to iPhone users. But, don’t panic, we have a solution for you! Today in this troubleshooting guide let’s learn the causes behind this iPhone ghost touch issue and how you can fix it on your own.

How to Fix Ghost Touch Issue on iPhone?

Google introduced its new Circle to Search feature earlier in January. The new search functionality first debuted on the Samsung Galaxy S24 series of flagships. Later, the company launched the same feature for the Pixel 8 and Pixel 8 Pro smartphones. Now, the search titan is planning to expand the availability of this feature to millions of other Android devices by the end of this year.

Google Lens could soon let you “Circle to Search” from any screen

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All four iPhone 16 models will feature a brand-new button. It’s called the Capture button, and almost every iPhone 16 leak says it’ll be a camera-centric button. We’ve also seen iPhone 16 dummy units and purported cases showing the location of the Capture button. Moreover, several reports have explained how the Capture button should work. You’ll be able to open the camera with the Capture button and then start snapping photos and videos faster than ever.
Rumors also say the Capture button will feature sensors that can measure the pressure of a touch to trigger different actions. The Capture button might...

iPhone 16 case leak might confirm Apple’s only big design change

Motorola has introduced a surprise smartphone tailored for budget-conscious shoppers. The Moto E14 is debuting in the U.K. and Europe; we don’t expect to see a U.S. launch. The Moto E14 is a simple device priced at 70 British pounds (about $88). It features a Unisoc chipset, the same one found on its predecessor, the Moto E13. The Moto E14 has 2GB of RAM and is limited to Android 14 Go Edition, a lightweight version of Android.

Motorola quietly announced a new (and very cheap) Android phone

If you've ever struggled to get your smartphone unlocked, then you should appreciate the FCC's latest initiative. On Thursday, FCC Chairwoman Jessica Rosenworcel proposed that the agency require mobile carriers to unlock all phones within 60 days of activation. The goal would be to ease confusion among customers by applying the same unlocking rules across the board.

The FCC wants mobile carriers to unlock every smartphone within 60 days of activation

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Do you know anyone who has dual nature? Such two-faced zodiac signs are friendly but they gossip about others behind their backs. They can lie to you without batting an eyelid. However, detecting a two-faced person isn’t easy for everyone. They often compliment their friends when they achieve a goal or change their wardrobe. But they will make negative remarks about you to someone else. What other traits do two-faced people have?

3 Zodiac Signs Who Are Two-Faced

Whether you're considering buying a new TV or your old flat panel does just fine, there are some easy ways to optimize your viewing experience, and it all begins with your television's settings. Let's explore some of the key factors determining how your TV performs and what you can do to make it look even better.

I changed these 5 TV settings to instantly improve the picture quality (and how they work)

Sony has removed the 8K logo from its packaging, as it admits that the PlayStation 5 is not capable.

Four years on, Sony finally admits the PS5 is incapable of doing something originally claimed

Motorola is at it again with its love of naming its smartphones differently depending on where they are sold. If you live in the U.S. and want to buy the latest 2024 versions of its compact foldable smartphones, you have the choice of either the Motorola Razr 2024 or the Motorola Razr Plus 2024, but if you’re in the U.K. and want to do the same, you’ll get either the Motorola Razr 50 or Motorola Razr 50 Ultra.

Razr 50, Razr 50 Ultra, Razr 2024, and Razr Plus 2024: What’s different?

In a recent ZDNET article, my friend and colleague David Gewirtz explains why he considers the upcoming iPhone 16, with its focus on iOS 18 and Apple Intelligence, an essential upgrade. While I value David's perspective, I beg to differ. Also: 6 reasons why iOS 18 makes the iPhone 16...

I upgrade my iPhone every year, but iPhone 16 worries me - here's why

A new iPhone 16 Pro Max leak reveals the exact dimensions of the upcoming iPhone, with the leaker claiming it will have a “sci-fi” design. Tipster Ice Universe, who has a solid track record of smartphone leaks and a love for thin bezels, revealed the dimensions of the iPhone 16 Pro Max. According to the leaker, the iPhone 16 Pro Max measures 163.024mm × 77.575mm × 8.26mm.

Apple iPhone 16 Pro Max leak reveals “sci-fi” design

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The clever trick lets you show another iPhone user that 'you really love them', as one X user put it.

iPhone users are amazed by a little-known charging hack - as one claims 'this is the future'

Slow internet speeds: You experience a noticeable decrease in internet speeds. Websites take longer to load, downloads are sluggish, and overall performance is slower than usual. Difficulty streaming videos or audio: Streaming videos or audio becomes a frustrating experience. Videos frequently pause to buffer or the quality is reduced. The...

How to Tell if Your Cellular Data Is Being Throttled

YouTube Premium has received five new features you'll want to know about. In a blog post published Thursday, YouTube described two features currently available just for Android users and three experimental ones -- two for Android and one for the YouTube website. First on the list is Jump Ahead, an...

YouTube Premium subscribers can now play with five new features - here's how to try them

Thanks to a double whammy of chip-related issues, your next Galaxy phone could have a completely different engine

Samsung Galaxy S25 could contain a surprising new hardware twist

High-quality renders of Samsung’s Galaxy Watch 7, Watch Ultra, and Galaxy Buds 3 have been leaked online. The renders give us our best look at the Watch Ultra and Buds 3, which have noticeable Apple-like design elements. Samsung’s Galaxy Unpacked event, where these devices will be officially unveiled, is...

Samsung Galaxy Watch Ultra, Watch 7, and Buds 3 leak in high-quality official renders

We've known for a while that is . While the company says it has been integrating that into various aspects of the voice assistant, it's also working on a more advanced version of Alexa that it plans to charge users to access. Amazon has reportedly dubbed the higher tier "Remarkable Alexa" (let's hope it doesn't stick with that name for the public rollout).

Amazon reportedly thinks people will pay up to $10 per month for next-gen Alexa

Android updates are one of the most inconsistent things about being an Android phone user. It’s gotten better over the years, and generally, if you’re a Google Pixel or Samsung flagship owner, you can usually count on getting the latest updates at reasonable speed. The story is a little different if you own a phone in the midrange or budget lineup with an older chipset, let alone one that’s running on an Exynos or MediaTek processor. In that case, you might count on getting one or two big updates if you’re lucky, and probably not anything beyond that except maybe security updates.

Android updates are about to get a lot easier

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The color yellow is gorgeous, eye-catching, and downright happy for most people. So much so that it's the main hue in the world-famous happy face—but science says it's not the best color to wear on a date.

You Shouldn't Wear Yellow on First Dates, Here's Why

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How to fix a cracked phone screen: 5 options

Whether you use an iPhone or an Android smartphone, there's one unfortunate experience that unites users of both camps -- a broken display. Whether or not...

How to fix a cracked phone screen: 5 options

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